Fatimatou

“the daughter” — Symbolizes purity and is revered in Islamic tradition

West Africa origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#12671US 2022

7Births / yr

↑Rising

48All-time births

📅 Since 200600

How to pronounce Fatimatou

FAT·IM·AT·OO

/ˈfæt.ˈɪm.ˈæt.ˈuː/ · stress on FAT · 4 syllables

“the daughter”

Symbolizes purity and is revered in Islamic tradition · West Africa origin

What does Fatimatou mean and where does it come from?

Fatimatou is a variation of Fatima, which is widely used in Arabic-speaking and Muslim cultures. The name is most commonly associated with Fatima, the daughter of the Prophet Muhammad. It symbolizes purity and is revered in Islamic tradition. Variations of the name, including Fatimatou, are prevalen

Cultural significance

Fatimatou has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in West Africa-speaking communities, where it reflects values of the daughter.

Peak popularity

Reached #13544 in 2006 — currently #12671 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Fatimatou?

Fatimatou works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Fatimatou Grace

How popular is Fatimatou right now?

Rising fast — up 1374 spots — currently #12671 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2010–2022#12671 · Top 9.4%

2010

2015

2020

2021

2022

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2022	#12671	7	▲ up 1374 · +17% births
2021	#14045	6	▲ up 2317 · +20% births
2020	#16362	5	▼ down 2353 · -29% births
2015	#14009	7	▲ up 2481 · +17% births
2010	#16490	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Fatimatou

Best Year2022Rank #12671

Peak Count7

Average Rank#14715

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2010 - 20225 years

The story of Fatimatou

Fatimatou is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2006. With 48 total births recorded, Fatimatou remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #16490 in 2010 to #12671 in 2022.

Names that peaked alongside Fatimatou in 2006:

Emily Emma Madison Isabella Ava

Fatimatou by decade

Fatimatou peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	8
2010s ★	35
2020s	5

💎Fatimatou has only 48 total recorded births since 2006 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Fatimatou?

Common

FatFatieFatyAtou

What names sound and feel like Fatimatou?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Fatimatou also consider these

Fatimetou

Mali · Arabic

Halimatou

West Africa · gentle, kind

Salimatou

West Africa · Arabic

Alimatou

West Africa · Meaning 'a woman

Fatimata

West Africa · Derived from Fatimah,

Safiatou

West Africa · meaning 'pure' or

Aminatou

West Africa · trustworthy

Kadijatou

West Africa · Firstborn girl

Common questions about the name Fatimatou

What does the name Fatimatou mean?

Fatimatou means "the daughter" — a name rooted in West Africa 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 Fatimatou?

Fatimatou is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Fatimatou have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Fatimatou?

Fatimatou originates from West Africa tradition. West Africa names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Fatimatou?

Fatimatou is a four-syllable name pronounced F AE1 T IH1 M AE1 T UW1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Fatimatou?

Fatimatou pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar West Africa heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.