To abstain; one who weans a child
Derived from the Arabic root meaning to abstain or to wean. It is a name of great historical and spiritual significance, most notably held by the daughter of the Prophet Muhammad, who is revered as a model of virtue.
Less common today
Faatima isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #10,145 in 1992.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Daughter of the Islamic prophet Muhammad
British javelin thrower and Olympic medalist
Pakistani poet and novelist
American actress and voice of Dora the Explorer
