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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Most praiseworthy
- Origin
- Arabic (via West African Wolof/Pulaar)
- Gender
- Primarily used for boys
- Pronunciation
- ah-mah-DOO
Amadou (ah-mah-DOO) is an Arabic name that traveled into West African use through Wolof and Pulaar, and it means "most praiseworthy." If you want a name with a clear, positive meaning and a rhythm that's easy to say, its three even syllables are simple to pronounce.
Meaning & Origin of Amadou
Meaning: Most praiseworthy.
Origin: Arabic (via West African Wolof/Pulaar).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Amadou
ah-mah-DOO
Popularity of Amadou
Amadou is a rare name in the U.S.: it ranked #2869 in 2024, with a count of 44, after peaking at #2224 in 2000, also with a count of 44. The data covers 1992 to 2024, so a child named Amadou would be unlikely to share the name with a classmate.
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FAQ
What does the name Amadou mean?
Most praiseworthy. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Amadou?
Amadou is pronounced ah-mah-DOO.
Is Amadou a popular name right now?
Amadou peaked at #2224 in 2000 and is ranked #2869 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1992–2024.)
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