Fatma
Fatma is a Muslim girl name meaning “One who weans; one who abstains”.
| Meaning | One who weans; one who abstains |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, Turkish form |
| Arabic spelling | فاطمة |
| Pronunciation | FAHT-mah |
| Arabic root | ف ط م (f-ṭ-m) — to wean |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Fatma
Fatma is the Turkish form of Fatima, with the short middle vowel dropped as it is in everyday speech. The same shortened form is used in Egypt, Tunisia, Libya and the Balkans. It honours Fāṭima, daughter of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, and has long been one of the most common women's names in Turkey.
Is Fatma a Muslim name?
Yes. Fatma is the Turkish and colloquial Arabic form of Fatima, the name of the Prophet's ﷺ daughter.
Where is the name Fatma used?
Extremely common in Turkey and among Turks, Bosniaks and Albanians; also the everyday form in Egypt and Tunisia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Fatma mean?
Fatma means 'One who weans; one who abstains'. It comes from Arabic, Turkish form.
Is Fatma a Muslim name?
Yes. Fatma is the Turkish and colloquial Arabic form of Fatima, the name of the Prophet's ﷺ daughter.
How do you write Fatma in Arabic?
Fatma is written فاطمة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Fatma?
Fatma is pronounced FAHT-mah.