Fateh
Fateh is a Sikh boy name of Arabic, via Punjabi origin, meaning “Victory, triumph”.
| Meaning | Victory, triumph |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, via Punjabi |
| Written as | ਫ਼ਤਿਹ |
| Pronunciation | FUH-teh |
| Tradition | Sikh, Muslim |
| Used in | India, Pakistan, United Kingdom, Canada |
Meaning and origin of Fateh
Fateh comes from the Arabic fath, 'victory' or 'conquest', which passed into Punjabi, Urdu and Persian. In Sikhism it is part of the greeting 'Waheguru ji ka Khalsa, Waheguru ji ki Fateh', meaning 'the Khalsa belongs to God, victory belongs to God'. Fateh Singh, the youngest son of Guru Gobind Singh, was martyred as a child. Muslims use the related Fateh or Fatih.
Is Fateh a Sikh name?
For Sikhs, Fateh is a deeply meaningful word in the Khalsa greeting, and the name honours Sahibzada Fateh Singh. In Islam, it recalls Surah al-Fath, 'The Victory'.
How popular is Fateh?
Common among Sikh families in Punjab and the diaspora, also used by Muslims.
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Spellings and variants of Fateh
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Fateh mean?
Fateh means 'Victory, triumph'. It is of Arabic, via Punjabi origin.
Is Fateh a Sikh name?
For Sikhs, Fateh is a deeply meaningful word in the Khalsa greeting, and the name honours Sahibzada Fateh Singh. In Islam, it recalls Surah al-Fath, 'The Victory'.
How do you pronounce Fateh?
Fateh is pronounced FUH-teh.
Is Fateh a boy or girl name?
Fateh is usually a boy name.