Falilou
Arabic · Boy · 3 syllables
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About the name Falilou
Falilou is a Wolof diminutive or affectionate form of the Arabic name Khalil, meaning "friend" or "companion," derived from the Arabic root khalīl (خليل).
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Etymology
Falilou is a Wolof diminutive or affectionate form of the Arabic name Khalil, meaning "friend" or "companion," derived from the Arabic root khalīl (خليل).
The name is predominantly used among Wolof-speaking Muslims in Senegal and other West African countries, with notable historical figures including Falilou Sall, a respected Senegalese Islamic scholar and political figure of the 20th century.
Falilou currently ranks #4,712 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2006.
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