Abdoulaye
Western African · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Abdoulaye
Abdoulaye means "servant of Allah" and derives from the Arabic elements "Abd" (servant) and "Allah" (God), with the suffix "-aye" being a West African phonetic variation.
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Etymology
Abdoulaye means "servant of Allah" and derives from the Arabic elements "Abd" (servant) and "Allah" (God), with the suffix "-aye" being a West African phonetic variation. The name is predominantly used in Muslim West African communities, particularly among Fulani, Mandinka, and other Sahel peoples, and has been borne by numerous political leaders and historical figures in Mali, Senegal, and Guinea.
Abdoulaye currently ranks #2,480 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2025.
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