Fatimah-zahra
“daughter of the prophet Muhammad”
Arabic origin · Girl name
#1652US 2023
10Births / yr
→Stable
Top 1.2%Percentile
What does Fatimah-zahra mean and where does it come from?
Fatimah is derived from Arabic roots meaning 'to abstain' or 'to wean'. Zahra means 'radiant' or 'brilliant' in Arabic.
Cultural significance
Fatimah-zahra is a significant figure in Islam, revered as the daughter of the Prophet Muhammad and an important figure in Shia Islam.
Peak popularity
Reached #1652 in 2015 — currently #1652 in the US.
How else can you spell Fatimah-zahra?
Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive
What middle names flow best with Fatimah-zahra?
Fatimah-zahra works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Fatimah-zahra Leah
One syllable · timeless choice
Fatimah-zahra Quinn
One syllable · timeless choice
Fatimah-zahra Blair
One syllable · on the rise
Fatimah-zahra Ruth
One syllable · timeless choice
Fatimah-zahra Wren
One syllable · vintage charm
Fatimah-zahra Brynn
One syllable · vintage charm
How popular is Fatimah-zahra right now?
Holding steady — currently #1652 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
Fatimah-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 Fatimah-zahra?
Common
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Famous people named Fatimah-zahra
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Fatimah bint Muhammad
Daughter of the Prophet Muhammad and Khadijah, and mother of Hasan and Husayn.
What names sound and feel like Fatimah-zahra?
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Common questions about the name Fatimah-zahra
What does the name Fatimah-zahra mean?
Fatimah-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 Fatimah-zahra?
Fatimah-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 Fatimah-zahra?
Fatimah-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 Fatimah-zahra?
Fatimah-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 Fatimah-zahra more of a girl or boy name?
Fatimah-zahra is primarily used as a girl name, giving it a clear, timeless character while remaining accessible to modern families.
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