Fatema
/fa-TE-ma/ Western Female
Meaning & Origin
Fatema is a Western name meaning "Fatema means 'one who abstains' or 'captivating'. It is often associated with purity and piety.". The name Fatema originates from Arabic. Its root is derived from the verb 'fatama' (فطم), meaning 'to abstain' or 'to wean'.
Quick Facts
Language Western
Gender Female
Phonetic fa-TE-ma
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as fa-TE-ma. Keep the original Western phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Fatema
- · Fatima al-Fihri - Founder of the University of Al-Qarawiyyin
- · Fatima Mernissi - Moroccan feminist writer and sociologist
- · Fatima Bhutto - Pakistani writer and columnist
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