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Fatima Family History

Fatima Surname Meaning

Muslim (mainly the Indian subcontinent): from the Arabic female personal name Fāṭima borne by the prophet Muhammad's daughter who serves as a model for Muslim women.

Fāṭima is a significant figure in Islam, revered not only for her lineage but also for her virtues and strength.

Her life and character embody the ideals of compassion, integrity, and devotion, making her an exemplar for many Muslim women.

The name Fāṭima is widely used in various cultures and carries with it a deep sense of respect and honor.

For further exploration, see also Fatemi, which relates to the lineage and descendants of Fāṭima.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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You can see how Fatima families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Fatima family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Fatima family living in Hawaii. This was about 33% of all the recorded Fatima's in USA. Hawaii and 2 other states had the highest population of Fatima families in 1920.
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What did your Fatima ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Laborer was the top reported job for people in the USA named Fatima. 100% of Fatima men worked as a Laborer.

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Laborer
    100%

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Census Records

There are 132 census records available for the last name Fatima. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Fatima census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

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Passenger Lists

There are 92 immigration records available for the last name Fatima. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in the UK, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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Draft Cards

There are 56 military records available for the last name Fatima. For the veterans among your Fatima ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Fatima lifespan?

Between 1977 and 2004, in the United States, Fatima life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1995, and highest in 2004. The average life expectancy for Fatima in 1977 was 68, and 86 in 2004.

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