Fatma-Zohra
فاطمة زهرة
/ FAHT-mah-ZOH-rah /
- Gender
- Girl
- Origin
- 🇩🇿 Algeria
- Religion
- Islam
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Devout
Meaning & Etymology
Fatima, daughter of the Prophet Muhammad, and Zohra, meaning 'flower'
Fatima, daughter of the Prophet Muhammad, and Zohra, meaning 'flower'
Etymology
The name combines ‘Fatma’, an Arabic name referring to Fatima Zahra, daughter of the Prophet Muhammad, and ‘Zohra’, derived from the Arabic word zahra meaning ‘flower’ or ‘blooming’.
Linguistic family: Afro-Asiatic > Semitic > Arabic
Cultural context
In Algeria, the name Fatma-Zohra is a common combination that honors both religious significance and natural beauty. It reflects the blend of Islamic heritage and local cultural values.
Symbolism
The name symbolizes religious devotion through Fatima and the beauty and vitality represented by Zohra.
Religious reference
The name Fatima refers to Fatima Zahra, daughter of the Prophet Muhammad