Fatouma: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: f-aht-oh-oom-ah
Origin: Pakistan
gender-female

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Updated on Jun 10, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Middle East
Meaning: She who abstains from forbidden things

Fatouma is a beautiful West African and Arabic name, meaning “she who abstains from forbidden things.” It carries a sense of self-discipline, faith, and virtue, reflecting a deep commitment to moral principles. In many cultures, Fatouma is a variant of Fatima and is chosen for girls who are seen as precious and pure, destined to lead a life of integrity and kindness.

Fatouma Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Fatouma is currently #29644 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Fatouma is currently #17078 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Fatouma is currently #15200 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Fatouma is currently #8692 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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