Oumou Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationOO-moo / /uːˈmuː/Mandinka; Fulani
Meaning
Mother (Mandinka); A name for a woman (Fulani)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Mandinka culture, Oumou is often associated with motherhood and nurturing qualities. The Fulani people also use the name to signify femininity and respect for women, reflecting their cultural values.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Oumouma
- Oumouou
International Variants
- Oumou (Mali)
- Oumou (Senegal)
Famous people named Oumou
Oumou Sangaré — Malian singer and songwriter.
Oumou Bah — Guinean politician.
Fictional characters named Oumou
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Oumou was first seen in the United States in 1996. Oumou has ranked as high as #1319 nationally, which occurred in 2013, and has been most popular in New York, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Oumou has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Oumou (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 13 | |
| OH | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 14 |
| 2000 | 21 |
| 2001 | 23 |
| 2002 | 23 |
| 2003 | 20 |
| 2004 | 18 |
| 2005 | 23 |
| 2006 | 23 |
| 2007 | 29 |
| 2008 | 28 |
| 2009 | 27 |
| 2010 | 24 |
| 2011 | 33 |
| 2012 | 23 |
| 2013 | 43 |
| 2014 | 26 |
| 2015 | 32 |
| 2016 | 31 |
| 2017 | 39 |
| 2018 | 30 |
| 2019 | 28 |
| 2020 | 30 |
| 2021 | 31 |
| 2022 | 31 |
| 2023 | 20 |
| 2024 | 33 |