Fatinah
A Arabic name with cultural significance
Arabic origin · Unisex name
50% boys50% girls
#1653US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.2%Percentile

What does Fatinah mean and where does it come from?

Fatinah is a name found across Arabic cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.

Cultural significance
Fatinah carries the heritage of Arabic tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1653 in 2015 — currently #1653 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Fatinah?

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

Fatinah Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Fatinah Rose
Floral · soft ending
Fatinah Mae
Sweet · timeless
Fatinah Claire
French influence · crisp
Fatinah Jane
Literary · strong
Fatinah Skye
Modern · airy feel
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How popular is Fatinah right now?

Holding steady — currently #1653 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1653 · Top 1.2%
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2023#165310stable
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💎Fatinah 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 Fatinah?

Common
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Famous people named Fatinah

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Fatinah (historical Arab ruler)
Fatinah held this name across the Umayyad or Abbasid Caliphates, spreading its use widely.
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Fatinah (Sufi mystic)
Fatinah used this name in the tradition of Islamic mysticism and spirituality.
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Fatinah (Arab poet)
Fatinah carried this name in the rich tradition of classical Arabic poetry.
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Fatinah (historical Arab ruler)
Fatinah held this name across the Umayyad or Abbasid Caliphates, spreading its use widely.
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Common questions about the name Fatinah

What does the name Fatinah mean?
Fatinah means "A Arabic name with cultural significance" — 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 Fatinah?
Fatinah 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 Fatinah?
Fatinah 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 Fatinah?
Fatinah 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 Fatinah a common or rare name?
Fatinah is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.