Fatou Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationfah-TOO / /fæˈtuː/West African; Arabic
Meaning
born on a Friday (West African); the one who is blessed (Arabic)
Historical & Cultural Background
In West African cultures, particularly among the Wolof people of Senegal, Fatou is often associated with the day of birth, reflecting the significance of Fridays in Islamic tradition. In Arabic contexts, the name conveys a sense of blessing and favor, often linked to positive attributes.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Fatoumata
- Fatu
International Variants
- Fatou (Wolof/Senegal)
- Fato (Italian)
Famous people named Fatou
Fatou Bensouda — Gambian lawyer and former chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court.
Fatou Diome — Senegalese author.
Fictional characters named Fatou
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Fatou was first seen in the United States in 1991. Fatou has ranked as high as #1305 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in New York, Georgia, Maryland, Ohio, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Fatou has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Fatou (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 21 | |
| NC | 5 | |
| OH | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1993 | 14 |
| 1994 | 12 |
| 1995 | 22 |
| 1996 | 21 |
| 1997 | 27 |
| 1998 | 25 |
| 1999 | 39 |
| 2000 | 45 |
| 2001 | 39 |
| 2002 | 48 |
| 2003 | 53 |
| 2004 | 34 |
| 2005 | 36 |
| 2006 | 49 |
| 2007 | 44 |
| 2008 | 47 |
| 2009 | 34 |
| 2010 | 49 |
| 2011 | 36 |
| 2012 | 30 |
| 2013 | 21 |
| 2014 | 25 |
| 2015 | 39 |
| 2016 | 46 |
| 2017 | 44 |
| 2018 | 38 |
| 2019 | 30 |
| 2020 | 38 |
| 2021 | 29 |
| 2022 | 39 |
| 2023 | 45 |
| 2024 | 55 |