Amadou Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-mah-DOO / æ.məˈduːWest African; Arabic
Meaning
West African: 'beloved'; Arabic: 'the one who is praised'
Historical & Cultural Background
In West African cultures, particularly among the Fulani, Amadou is a common name reflecting affection and endearment. In Arabic-speaking regions, it is associated with qualities of praise and admiration, often given to express high regard for the individual.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Amadouh
- Amadou
International Variants
- Amadou (French)
- Amadé (Spanish)
Famous people named Amadou
Amadou Diallo — Guinean immigrant shot by police in New York.
Amadou Hampâté Bâ — Malian writer and ethnologist.
Fictional characters named Amadou
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Amadou was first seen in the United States in 1992. Amadou has ranked as high as #1341 nationally, which occurred in 2008, and has been most popular in New York, Ohio, Maryland, Georgia, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Amadou has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Amadou (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 19 | |
| OH | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 17 |
| 1998 | 31 |
| 1999 | 27 |
| 2000 | 44 |
| 2001 | 29 |
| 2002 | 35 |
| 2003 | 43 |
| 2004 | 50 |
| 2005 | 38 |
| 2006 | 43 |
| 2007 | 52 |
| 2008 | 59 |
| 2009 | 49 |
| 2010 | 44 |
| 2011 | 43 |
| 2012 | 45 |
| 2013 | 44 |
| 2014 | 41 |
| 2015 | 57 |
| 2016 | 37 |
| 2017 | 41 |
| 2018 | 31 |
| 2019 | 47 |
| 2020 | 36 |
| 2021 | 27 |
| 2022 | 43 |
| 2023 | 39 |
| 2024 | 44 |