Declining since 2011.
Popularity of Faduma since 1998
Babies named Faduma per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 22 |
| 2000s | 101 |
| 2010s | 113 |
| 2020s | 10 |
Meaning & origin
Faduma is a feminine name of Arabic origin, a variant of Fatima, deeply rooted in Islamic tradition. First recorded in US data in 1998, it reached its peak rank in 2016, but its usage has been gradually declining since 2011. The name remains rare, with no rank data in recent years, reflecting its niche but persistent presence within Somali and other East African diaspora communities. Despite its rarity, Faduma carries strong cultural and religious significance as a form of the revered Fatima, and continues to be chosen by families honoring their heritage.
Faduma is an Arabic feminine name, a variant of Fatima, derived from the Arabic root f-t-m meaning 'to wean' or 'to abstain'. It is closely associated with Fatima, the daughter of the Prophet Muhammad, and is particularly common in Somali and other East African Muslim communities. The name has spread through the Somali diaspora.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Fadu, Fadumo, Duma
Sibling names for Faduma
Names that share Faduma's style, for a brother or sister.
