One who abstains; daughter of the Prophet
Fatoumata is a West African variant of the Arabic name Fatima. It honors Fatima bint Muhammad, the daughter of the Islamic prophet Muhammad, and is one of the most revered names in Muslim cultures, symbolizing purity and devotion.
Less common today
Fatoumata isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,693 in 2024.
Grammy-nominated Malian singer-songwriter and actress
Former Vice President of the Gambia and women's rights activist
Malian film actress and journalist
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
