Fatma
Fatma is a girls' name of Turkish origin meaning “one who abstains, weaned.” Fatma is the Turkish form of Fatimah, the beloved daughter of Prophet Muhammad and wife of Ali.
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how do you pronounce Fatma?
FAHT-mah
where does the name Fatma come from?
A form of Fatima, a female name of Arabic origin meaning one who separates or one who abstains, understood as kept apart, or weaned, from the punishment of Hell. It was borne most famously by Fatimah bint Muhammad, the Prophet's daughter.
It has been among the most popular Turkish female names for centuries, carrying deep Islamic significance. In Anatolian folk tradition, 'Fatma Ana' (Mother Fatma) is a protective spiritual figure.
the history of Fatma
The name is used throughout the Muslim world.
who are famous people named Fatma?
- Fatma Aliye Topuz (first female Turkish novelist, 19th century)
- Fatma Girik (beloved Turkish actress, known as 'Sultan' of Turkish cinema)
what are the nicknames and variants of Fatma?
Variants around the world
what names are similar to Fatma?
what names go well with Fatma?
Sibling names that share Fatma's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Fatma
What does the name Fatma mean?
Fatma means “one who abstains, weaned”.
What is the origin of the name Fatma?
Fatma comes from the Turkish naming tradition. Related forms include Fatima and Fatimah.
How popular is the name Fatma?
Fatma has not ranked in the US top 1,000 in recent years, which makes it an uncommon choice.
Is Fatma a boy or girl name?
Fatma is primarily a girls' name.
How do you pronounce Fatma?
Fatma is pronounced FAHT-mah, with 2 syllables.
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