Girl Name · Arabic Origin
Fatima
Fatima — a girl name from the Arabic tradition — is an uncommon, standout choice. Its meaning, "Captivating", anchors the name in something deeper than sound alone. If Fatimah is on your shortlist, Fatima belongs in the same conversation.
Fatima meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Captivating
Origin: Arabic naming roots help connect Fatima to related Arabic baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Fatima as F·A·T·I·M·A, with 6 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Fatima is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Fatima variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Fatimaa, Fatimae, Fatimay, Fatim.
- Nicknames: Fat and F.
- Middle names: Pair Fatima with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Fatima middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Fatimah, Farrah, Faith, Fidencio, Fayette — full picks on the sibling names for Fatima guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Fatima? Browse our names like Fatima guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Fatima
What does the name Fatima mean?
Fatima means "Captivating" and is of Arabic origin.
What is the origin of Fatima?
Fatima originates in Arabic naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Fatima?
Fatima has 6 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Fatima a boy's or girl's name?
Fatima is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Fatima in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Fatima sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Fatima?
Names that share Fatima's sound and style include Fatimah, Farrah, Faith, Fidencio, Fayette.
What middle names pair well with Fatima?
Good middle-name fits for Fatima pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Fatima is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Fatima is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Fatima?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Fatima share its rhythm without rhyming — Fatimah, Farrah, Faith all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.