Fatoumata
Fatoumata is a Muslim girl name meaning “Form of Fatima, the Prophet's daughter”.
| Meaning | Form of Fatima, the Prophet's daughter |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | West African form of Arabic Fatima |
| Arabic spelling | فاطمة |
| Pronunciation | fah-too-MAH-tah |
| Arabic root | ف ط م (f-ṭ-m) — to wean |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Fatoumata
Fatoumata is the full West African form of Fāṭima, with vowels inserted between the consonants and the feminine -ta ending sounded. It honours Fāṭima al-Zahrāʾ, daughter of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and mother of al-Ḥasan and al-Ḥusayn. It is one of the most common girls' names in Mali, Guinea and Burkina Faso, often shortened to Fatou or Fanta.
Is Fatoumata a Muslim name?
Yes. Fatoumata is a Muslim name, the West African form of Fāṭima, daughter of the Prophet ﷺ.
Where is the name Fatoumata used?
Very common in Mali, Guinea, Senegal, Burkina Faso and Côte d'Ivoire.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Fatoumata mean?
Fatoumata means 'Form of Fatima, the Prophet's daughter'. It comes from West African form of Arabic Fatima.
Is Fatoumata a Muslim name?
Yes. Fatoumata is a Muslim name, the West African form of Fāṭima, daughter of the Prophet ﷺ.
How do you write Fatoumata in Arabic?
Fatoumata is written فاطمة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Fatoumata?
Fatoumata is pronounced fah-too-MAH-tah.