How Popular (or Rare) was Fatimah in 1997?

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#604
1997 Rank
42
1997 Births
#267
Best Rank (2017)
184
Peak Year (2017)
3,196
Total Births (1996-2025)
1 in 6,981
Rarity Factor (1997)
Popularity Position
Top 12%
Among UK girls' names in 1997
Uncommon ยท 1 in 6,981 births

๐Ÿ“Š The Fatimah Story

Fatimah is a distinctive girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #604 in 1997 with 42 recorded births. This places Fatimah in the top 12% of ranked UK girls' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Uncommon. The name reached its all-time peak in 2017 with 184 births ranking #267. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 55.6%. In 1997, approximately 1 in every 6,981 girls born was named Fatimah. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.

Popularity Trend (1996โ€“2025)

๐Ÿ“… Data Status: Official verified statistics are currently available from 1996 up to 2025. This report reflects the most recent confirmed data from England & Wales; 2026 and 2027 projections are based on real-time search trends and will be finalized upon the next official release.

Name Meaning & Origin

Origin: Arabic  |  Meaning: one who abstains; weans

Fatimah is a graceful transliteration variant of Fatima and carries the same deeply rooted religious significance. It feels soft, dignified, and timeless.

The name is especially important in Muslim naming and appears in several English spellings without changing its core identity. Its value lies in faith, heritage, and enduring recognition.

Did you know?Fatimah shows how transliteration differences can slightly alter style while leaving a name's spiritual importance unchanged.
Similar namesFatima, Amina, Ayesha, Dua, Emaan

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