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Fatemi Surname Meaning

Muslim (mainly Iran): surname denoting descent or association with the prophet Muhammad's daughter Fatima (called Fateme in Persian).

Fatima was a wife of Ali, the first imam of the Shiite Muslims.

She is also recognized as the mother of Hasan and Husain.

The significance of the name reflects the cultural and religious heritage associated with the figures in Islamic history.

This connection emphasizes the importance of lineage and familial ties within the Muslim community.

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


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