Fatima-zahra
“daughter of the prophet Muhammad”
Arabic origin · Girl name
#1651US 2023
10Births / yr
→Stable
Top 1.2%Percentile
What does Fatima-zahra mean and where does it come from?
Fatima-zahra combines 'Fatima', meaning 'one who weans', and 'Zahra', meaning 'radiant' or 'brilliant'.
Cultural significance
Fatima-zahra is an important figure in Islam, revered as the daughter of the Prophet Muhammad and a symbol of purity and virtue.
Peak popularity
Reached #1651 in 2015 — currently #1651 in the US.
How else can you spell Fatima-zahra?
Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive
What middle names flow best with Fatima-zahra?
Fatima-zahra works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Fatima-zahra Leah
One syllable · timeless choice
Fatima-zahra Quinn
One syllable · timeless choice
Fatima-zahra Blair
One syllable · on the rise
Fatima-zahra Ruth
One syllable · timeless choice
Fatima-zahra Wren
One syllable · vintage charm
Fatima-zahra Brynn
One syllable · vintage charm
How popular is Fatima-zahra right now?
Holding steady — currently #1651 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
Fatima-zahra is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.
What are good nicknames for Fatima-zahra?
Common
FatFatieFatyAhra
Famous people named Fatima-zahra
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Fatima Zahra
The daughter of the Prophet Muhammad and Khadijah, significant in Islamic history.
What names sound and feel like Fatima-zahra?
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Common questions about the name Fatima-zahra
What does the name Fatima-zahra mean?
Fatima-zahra means "daughter of the prophet Muhammad" — a name rooted in Arabic tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Fatima-zahra?
Fatima-zahra is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Fatima-zahra?
Fatima-zahra originates from Arabic tradition. Arabic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
What sibling names go well with Fatima-zahra?
Fatima-zahra pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Arabic heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Fatima-zahra more of a girl or boy name?
Fatima-zahra is primarily used as a girl name, giving it a clear, timeless character while remaining accessible to modern families.
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