Fatime

“Captivating” — Associated with Fatima

Arabic origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1196US 2023

1kBirths / yr

→Stable

81All-time births

📅 Since 197600

What does Fatime mean and where does it come from?

Fatime is an Arabic name, often associated with Fatima, the daughter of the Prophet Muhammad. The name holds significant cultural and religious importance in Islamic tradition. It is used widely across Arabic-speaking countries and among Muslim communities globally. In Turkey, the name is also celeb

Cultural significance

Fatime has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of captivating.

Peak popularity

Reached #9132 in 1976 — currently #1196 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Fatime?

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

Fatime Grace

How popular is Fatime right now?

Holding steady — currently #1196 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2023#1196 · Top 0.88%

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1196	1,004	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2022	#1201	984	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2021	#1206	954	▲ up 13715 · +15800% births
2015	#14921	6	▼ down 1136
2000	#13785	6	▼ down 2718 · -14% births
1995	#11067	7	▲ up 2880 · +40% births
1990	#13947	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Fatime

Best Year2023Rank #1196

Peak Count1,004

Average Rank#8189

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1990 - 20237 years

The story of Fatime

Fatime is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1976. With 81 total births recorded, Fatime remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #13947 in 1990 to #1196 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Fatime in 1976:

Jennifer Amy Melissa Heather Angela

Fatime by decade

Fatime peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	11
1980s	11
1990s ★	23
2000s	18
2010s	18

💎Fatime has only 81 total recorded births since 1976 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Fatime?

Common

FatFatieFatyIme

Famous people named Fatime

Fatime (Sufi mystic)

Fatime used this name in the tradition of Islamic mysticism and spirituality.

Fatime (Islamic scholar)

Fatime bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.

Fatime (Quranic figure)

Fatime appears in the Quran or Hadith, giving this name deep Islamic spiritual significance.

Fatime (Arab poet)

Fatime carried this name in the rich tradition of classical Arabic poetry.

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What names sound and feel like Fatime?

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

Fadime

Arabic · A Arabic name

Fatme

Arabic · Arabic

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Arabic · Captivating.

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Arabic · A Arabic name

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Arabic · A Arabic name

Alime

Arabic · A Arabic name

Fazile

Arabic · A Arabic name

Fadile

Arabic · A Arabic name

Common questions about the name Fatime

What does the name Fatime mean?

Fatime means "Captivating" — 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 Fatime?

Fatime is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Fatime?

Fatime 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.

Is Fatime a common or rare name?

Fatime is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.

Is Fatime a classic or a modern name?

Fatime has Arabic roots that go back many centuries, making it a genuine classic rather than a modern invention. Its staying power across generations reflects its fundamental appeal and the strength of its meaning.