Origin
Mandinka (West African)
Syllables
4
Zodiac
Cancer
Trend
Declining
At a glance
Fatumata is a name often given to girls. Ranked #13979 and is easing off the charts this year. It comes from a Mandinka (West African) origin and traditionally means "One who abstains or weans from worldly desires". It has 4 syllables.
The Story of Fatumata
Fatumata is a West African variant of Fatima, rooted in Mandinka culture where it carries Islamic significance. The name evokes purity and inner strength, popular among Muslim communities in Guinea and Senegal. Girls with this name are seen as nurturing yet determined, often thriving in roles that involve caregiving or leadership.
Popularity
Currently ranked #13979 on the Baby Billboard Charts. Peak rank: #13979. Changed -4794 positions from last year.
Numerology Profile
Focuses on family and service.
Desires stability and order.
Shows sensitivity and cooperation.
Expresses nurturing and responsibility.
Zodiac & Astrology
Cancer
Matches nurturing and intuitive qualities.
Strengths
Compatible Signs
Lucky Numbers
Lucky Colors
Best Career Paths
Name Energy & Vibe
Radiates gentle strength and spiritual grace.
Color Aura
Soft White
Element
Water
Season
Summer
Gemstone
Moonstone
Spirit Animal
Dove
Power Word
Purity
Energy Type
Water × Summer
Personality & Traits
Nurturing
Cares deeply for others.
Resolute
Stands firm in beliefs.
Graceful
Moves with quiet elegance.
Famous People Named Fatumata
Fatumata Diallo
Guinean activist and educator
Fatumata in Pop Culture
Fatumata
African literature
Historical Events
632
Linked to early Islamic history via Fatima.
1900
Spread through West African trade routes.
International Variations
Fatumata in Different Scripts
فاطمة
Arabic
Фатума
Cyrillic
法图玛塔
Chinese (Mandarin)
ファトゥマタ
Japanese (Katakana)
Nicknames & Short Forms
Middle Name Suggestions
Beautiful middle name pairings with Fatumata:
Fatumata Aisha
Fatumata Nia
Fatumata Sana
Fatumata Lila
Fatumata Amara
Fatumata Zara
Fatumata Imani
Fun Facts & Trivia
Common in West African Muslim families.
Variant of revered Islamic name.
Evokes themes of spiritual purity.
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girlPronunciation
fah-too-MAH-tah
Quick Facts
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