Mahamadou

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Mahamadou Pronunciation

Mahamadou is pronounced mah-HAH-mah-doo /mɑˈhɑ.mɑ.du/Medium

Meaning: A West African (Mande) form of Muhammad — from Arabic, 'praiseworthy; the praised one'Low

In 30 seconds: Praiseworthy; praised: Mahamadou is a West African form of Muhammad. Lyrical, devout, and warm (said 'mah-HAH-mah-doo').

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Origin LowArabic

MeaningA West African (Mande) form of Muhammad — from Arabic, 'praiseworthy; the praised one'

U.S. rank (2024)#7519 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births11 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2008

Total births (all-time)≈ 391

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Mahamadou is a West African (Mande) form of Muhammad — from Arabic, 'praiseworthy; the praised one' (the name of the Prophet of Islam). A lyrical, devout name common in Mali and Senegal (said 'mah-HAH-mah-doo'; nickname Mamadou).

In the U.S. it appears in West African families. Rare, praiseworthy at the root, and devout.

Did you know? Muhammad means 'praiseworthy; the praised one' in Arabic — Mahamadou is a West African (Mande) form, lyrical and devout (said 'mah-HAH-mah-doo').

Overall data confidence 46%

References — Muhammad — Arabic etymology

Variations

MohamadouMamadouMuhammadu

Nicknames

Mamadou

Themes & Styles

Arabic Muslim West-african

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Mahamadou?

Mahamadou is pronounced mah-HAH-mah-doo (/mɑˈhɑ.mɑ.du/). Press play above to hear Mahamadou said aloud.

How do you say Mahamadou?

Mahamadou is said mah-HAH-mah-doo (/mɑˈhɑ.mɑ.du/). Press play above to hear Mahamadou said aloud.

What does the name Mahamadou mean?

Mahamadou is a West African form of Muhammad — Arabic 'praiseworthy; the praised one'.

Is Mahamadou a boy or girl name?

Mahamadou is a boy's name.

How popular is Mahamadou?

Mahamadou is a rare name in the U.S.