Fatiha
Fatiha is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “The opening, the beginning”.
| Meaning | The opening, the beginning |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | فاتحة |
| Pronunciation | FAH-tee-hah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | North Africa, Egypt, Malaysia, Indonesia |
Meaning and origin of Fatiha
Fatiha is the feminine of Fatih and simply means the opening. Most Muslims know the word first as al-Fatiha, the first chapter of the Quran, recited in every unit of prayer. That connection has made it a long-standing girls' name, above all in Morocco and Algeria. North African families in France also use it widely, sometimes spelled Fatyha, and Malaysians usually add a final h.
Is Fatiha a Muslim name?
Few names are closer to daily worship than Fatiha, which recalls Surat al-Fatiha, the Quran's opening chapter, beginning 'In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful' (Quran 1:1).
How popular is Fatiha?
Fatiha is most common in Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia and among North Africans in Europe, while Malaysians often write Fatihah.
Gifts with the name Fatiha
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Spellings and variants of Fatiha
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Fatiha mean?
Fatiha means 'The opening, the beginning'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Fatiha a Muslim name?
Few names are closer to daily worship than Fatiha, which recalls Surat al-Fatiha, the Quran's opening chapter, beginning 'In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful' (Quran 1:1).
How do you pronounce Fatiha?
Fatiha is pronounced FAH-tee-hah.
Is Fatiha a boy or girl name?
Fatiha is usually a girl name.