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Abdulaye

♂ Boy

Pronounced ab-doo-LY /ˌæb.duːˈlaɪ/Medium

Meaning: A West African, often Francophone-spelled form of the Arabic name Abdullah, 'servant of God' (abd, 'servant,' plus Allah, 'God'). Common in Senegal, Mali, and neighboring communities. Noted respectfully.Medium

In 30 seconds: A devout, heritage name: Abdulaye is a West African form of Abdullah — 'servant of God' (said 'ab-doo-LY').
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Origin MediumArabic
MeaningA West African, often Francophone-spelled form of the Arabic name Abdullah, 'servant of God' (abd, 'servant,' plus Allah, 'God'). Common in Senegal, Mali, and neighboring communities. Noted respectfully.
U.S. rank (2024)#12316 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2011
Total births (all-time)≈ 10

History & Origin

Abdulaye is a West African form of the Arabic name Abdullah, 'servant of God' — from abd, 'servant,' and Allah, 'God.' Often spelled in a Francophone style, it is common in Senegal, Mali, and neighboring communities. Noted respectfully (said 'ab-doo-LY').

In the U.S. it appears only rarely for boys, mainly in West African families. Rare, devout, and heritage-rooted.

Did you know? Abdulaye is a West African, often French-spelled form of Abdullah, 'servant of God,' widely carried across Senegal, Mali, and beyond (said 'ab-doo-LY').
Overall data confidence 55%
References — Abdulaye — West African form of Abdullah 'servant of God'

Variations

AbdoulayeAbdulaiAbdullaye

Nicknames

AbdulLaye

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Abdulaye mean?

Abdulaye is a West African form of Abdullah, meaning 'servant of God.'

How do you pronounce Abdulaye?

It's said ab-doo-LY /ˌæb.duːˈlaɪ/ — three syllables, stress on the last.

Is Abdulaye a boy or girl name?

Abdulaye is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Abdulaye?

Abdulaye is rare for boys in the U.S., mainly in West African families.

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