Fatima sits comfortably in the UK charts at #76 in 2024 — recognisable but not overwhelming. Your child may occasionally share their name.
2024 marks Fatima's peak year in UK records so far, sitting at UK #76. The name has climbed 28 places in the last five years — a significant surge by any measure. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996. It has broken into the UK top 100 on 3 occasions, signalling genuine mainstream interest.
Fatima is distinctive enough that your child will likely be the only one in both their class and their school — standing out on every register.
In the US it sits at #316 — notably more popular in the UK than across the Atlantic.
Common questions about the name Fatima
In a typical UK class of 28, highlighted children share the name Fatima
Likely around 1 other Fatima in the class
Rank and birth count · ONS official data
Rank · SSA official data
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