Fatma is a feminine given name widely used in Turkish, Azerbaijani, and Kurdish cultures, as well as an Arabic variant of Fatima (Arabic: فَاطِمَة). The name derives from the Arabic root F-Ṭ-M, meaning "to separate, to wean," and carries rich connotations: it is understood as "one who separates"—separating her followers from Hell, weaning them from punishment, or separating good from evil.Etymology and Religious SignificanceThe name originates from Fāṭimah, the daughter of the Prophet Muhammad and wife of Ali, the fourth caliph. According to Islamic tradition, the Prophet said, "God named her Fatimah, because He separated her and her followers from Hell." Fatima is revered as a paragon of virtue, particularly in Shia Islam, where she is considered the exemplar of womanhood. The name thus embodies protection, purity, and divine favor.Usage and VariantsFatma is the Turkish and Azerbaijani spelling, while Kurdish and Arabic contexts also use it alongside forms like Fatema, Fatemah, Fatima, Fatimah (Arabic), Fadime (Turkish, an alternative spelling), and Fatimə (Azerbaijani). A common Turkish diminutive is Fatoş. Spread across the Muslim world due to the veneration of Muhammad’s daughter, the name appears in Albanian (Fatime), Bengali (Fatema), Urdu (Fatima), Central African (Fatimé), Dhivehi (Fathimath), and East African languages (Fatuma).Distribution and PopularityIn Turkey, Fatma has been a steadfastly popular name for centuries, sometimes appearing in variations like Fadime. In Azerbaijani and Kurdish communities, it retains similar prominence. While less common in Arabic-speaking regions than the classical Fatima, Fatma still functions as a respectful variant. Its timeless appeal associates it with the Prophet’s household, ensuring enduring usage across generations.Meaning: "to wean, to abstain, to separate" (from Hell)Origin: Arabic (Fāṭimah)Type: Feminine given nameUsage regions: Turkish, Azerbaijani, Kurdish, Arabic, and broader Muslim world