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Alioune
How to Pronounce Alioune
Pronounced ah-lee-OON /ˌɑː.liˈuːn/Medium
Meaning: A Senegalese/Wolof form of Ali, from the Arabic 'exalted; high; noble.' Common in Senegal, often honoring the early Islamic figure Ali. Carried respectfully.Low
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Alioune is a Senegalese and Wolof form of Ali, from the Arabic for 'exalted; high; noble,' often honoring the revered early Islamic figure Ali. It reads dignified and warm, and we note its heritage respectfully — rare in the U.S. (said 'ah-lee-OON').
In the U.S. it appears only rarely, more familiar in Senegal. Rare, dignified, and warm.
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What does the name Alioune mean?
Alioune is a Senegalese/Wolof form of Ali, Arabic for 'exalted; high; noble' — carried respectfully.
How do you pronounce Alioune?
It's said ah-lee-OON /ˌɑː.liˈuːn/ — three syllables, stress on the last.
Is Alioune a boy or girl name?
Alioune is a boy's name.
How popular is Alioune?
Alioune is rare in the U.S., more familiar in Senegal.