Fatoumata
Fatoumata is a girl's name of African origin.
Meaning
One who abstains or enfants that are weaned.
Origin and history
Fatoumata is a prominent West African name derived from the Arabic name Fatima. It is widely used across West African nations such as Mali, Senegal, and Guinea. In the United States, its usage has grown steadily alongside increasing West African diaspora communities.
Popularity in the United States
2,537 babies in the United States have been named Fatoumata since 1880. It ranks #3507 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1522.
States where it is most popular
- NY (76.9 %)
- GA (6.7 %)
- PA (5.9 %)
- OH (3.7 %)
- MD (3.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 316 |
| 2000-2010 | 826 |
| 2010-2019 | 814 |
| 2020-2029 | 581 |
Famous people named Fatoumata
- Fatoumata Diawara: Musician, Singer
Nicknames
Fatu, Touma
Fun facts
- Fatoumata is the West African phonetic adaptation of the classical Arabic name Fatima.
- It is one of the most common feminine given names across Mandé-speaking populations in West Africa.