Fatoumata
Fatoumata is a girl name of Arabic origin meaning “One who weans, abstains”, pronounced fah-too-MAH-tah. It ranked #2007 in the United States in 2025, given to 95 babies, and peaked at #1688 in 2024. Common nicknames: Fatou, Fanta, Mata.
How popular is Fatoumata in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Fatoumata mean, and where does it come from?
Fatoumata is the West African form of Fatima, the name of the Prophet Muhammad's daughter and one of the most widely given names in the Muslim world. The Arabic root fatama means to wean or to abstain. The -ou- spelling reflects French orthography, and the name is a mainstay in Mali, Guinea, Senegal and the Gambia, where it is often shortened to Fanta or Fatou. It appears in American records from 1991, carried by West African immigration, and remains well outside the top thousand — a common name in one community and almost unknown outside it.
How is Fatoumata used around the world?
Fatoumata is used in 0 languages worldwide, with 2+ international variants.
TypeFemale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Fatoumata?
Famous People Named Fatoumata
- Fatoumata Diawara — Malian singer, songwriter and actress
- Fatoumata Tambajang — Gambian politician and former vice-president
- Fatoumata Coulibaly — Malian actress and women's rights activist
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Fatoumata mean?
Fatoumata is a girl name of Arabic origin meaning "One who weans, abstains." Fatoumata is the West African form of Fatima, the name of the Prophet Muhammad's daughter and one of the most widely given names in the Muslim world. The Arabic root fatama means to wean or to abstain.
How do you pronounce Fatoumata?
Fatoumata is pronounced fah-too-MAH-tah. Common variations include Fatima, Fatmata, Fatoumatou.
Is Fatoumata a girl name?
Yes, Fatoumata is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Fatou, Fanta, Mata.