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FatmaIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

Mother of Prophet Moses

Pronunciation: FAT-mah

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Name
Fatma
Meaning
Mother of Prophet Moses
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Urdu, Persian, Hindi, English, Pashto
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
FAT-mah
Lucky Number
7
7
Lucky Number
Friday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Fatma mean?

Fatma is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "Mother of Prophet Moses". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: FAT-mah. Lucky number: 7. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

فاطمہ

فاطمہ کا مطلب ہے کاٹنا یا منقطع کرنا، ایک خوبصورت اسلامی نام

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

Arabic is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

فاطمة

اسم مؤنث مشتق من الفعل فطم يعني مقطوع أو منقطع

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

FAT-mah

IPA

/ˈfɑːtmɑː/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

Fatma is listed as a islamic male name with Arabic origin. Its meaning is Mother of Prophet Moses. Category: Islamic.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

7

Lucky Day

Friday

Lucky Colors

GreenBlue

Lucky Stone

Emerald

Life Path Number

6

Numerology meaning: A name of harmony and balance, representing love, nurturing, and healing

Personality

Personality Traits

KindJustPeacefulBraveV = VirtuousC = CourageousL = LoyalD = Dutiful

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

The one who is like a mother to the Prophet.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

Fatma is a popular Arabic and Turkish female given name, and it is also used as a surname. The name is derived from the Arabic word "fatima" which means "conquered, subdued, or exalted". In Islamic and Turkish culture, Fatma is considered to be a symbol of strength, beauty, and grace. The name has gained significant popularity due to its association with the daughter of the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) and Imam Ali (as) who is considered one of the most beloved figures in Islamic history.
In Islamic culture, Fatma is also considered to be a source of divine guidance and spiritual inspiration. She is known as Fatima az-Zahra' (the radiant one) and Fatima jinnat al-muk (the queen of the martyrs). Fatima is remembered for her extraordinary piety, devotion, and selflessness. She is believed to have a special connection with Allah and is often invoked for intercession and help in times of need. Additionally, Fatima is revered by Shia Muslims as a symbol of martyrdom, courage, and sacrifice, as she lost her husband, son, and two grandsons during her lifetime.

Traditional Islamic naming context — Traditional Islamic name with deep spiritual significance in Islamic culture

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Prophet Muhammad's daughter The name Fatma carried significant weight in that era.

7th century

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Fatima BhuttoFatima Sana Shaikh

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Fatma

A beautiful Muslim name meaning to cut off or abstain

🇵🇰Urdu

فاطمہ

فاطمہ کا مطلب ہے کاٹنا یا منقطع کرنا، ایک خوبصورت اسلامی نام

🇸🇦Arabic

فاطمة

اسم مؤنث مشتق من الفعل فطم يعني مقطوع أو منقطع

🇮🇳Hindi

फातिमा

फातिमा का अर्थ है काटना या अलग करना, एक सुंदर मुस्लिम नाम

🇦🇫Pashto

فاطمه

فاطمه دى قطع کولو يا جلا ورکولو معنی لري، يوه ښکلايونکی مسلمان نوم

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