Bintou Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationbin-TOO / /bɪnˈtuː/Mandinka; Fulani
Meaning
daughter; girl
Historical & Cultural Background
In Mandinka culture, 'Bintou' is often used to signify a daughter, reflecting familial ties and heritage. The Fulani also use the name, emphasizing the importance of women in their communities and often associating it with beauty and grace.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Binta
- Bintouma
International Variants
- Binta (Mandinka)
- Bintou (Fulani)
Famous people named Bintou
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Fictional characters named Bintou
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Bintou was first seen in the United States in 1994. Bintou has ranked as high as #1326 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in New York, Pennsylvania, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Bintou has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Bintou (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 17 | |
| OH | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1998 | 14 |
| 1999 | 14 |
| 2000 | 14 |
| 2001 | 19 |
| 2002 | 22 |
| 2003 | 24 |
| 2004 | 21 |
| 2005 | 17 |
| 2006 | 23 |
| 2007 | 22 |
| 2008 | 24 |
| 2009 | 25 |
| 2010 | 14 |
| 2011 | 22 |
| 2012 | 18 |
| 2013 | 17 |
| 2014 | 18 |
| 2015 | 24 |
| 2016 | 27 |
| 2017 | 15 |
| 2018 | 15 |
| 2019 | 26 |
| 2020 | 19 |
| 2021 | 19 |
| 2022 | 27 |
| 2023 | 17 |
| 2024 | 34 |