Rising since 2004, #4,265 for girls today.
Popularity of Fatiha since 1983
Babies named Fatiha per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 20 |
| 2010s | 101 |
| 2020s | 180 |
Meaning & origin
Fatiha is a name of Arabic origin meaning 'opening', directly referencing the first chapter of the Quran. In the United States, its use has been gradually increasing since the early 2000s. The name first appeared in Social Security data in 1983, and by 2025 it ranked 4,265th with approximately 1 in 48,705 newborn girls receiving the name. Its peak year so far was 2022, and the trajectory has been rising since 2004. The name is most commonly given in New York, reflecting strong use within Muslim communities. Fatiha remains a meaningful choice for families seeking a name with deep religious significance.
Fatiha is derived from Arabic 'fatḥ' meaning 'opening' or 'conquest'. It is best known as the name of the first chapter (sura) of the Quran, Al-Fatiha ('The Opening'), which holds a central place in Islamic prayer. The name has been used among Muslim families for centuries, particularly in Arabic-speaking and South Asian communities.
Where Fatiha is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Fatiha” around the world
Where Fatiha lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
20
babies in 2024
Ireland
3
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · CSO Ireland (Ireland).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Fati, Tiha
Sibling names for Fatiha
Names that share Fatiha's style, for a brother or sister.
