Mahamadou
Western African · Boy · 4 syllables
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About the name Mahamadou
The given name 'Mahamadou' is derived from the Arabic name 'Muhammad', meaning 'praiseworthy' or 'commended', and is a variant form in the Bambara language, a Mande language spoken in Mali.
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Etymology
The given name 'Mahamadou' is derived from the Arabic name 'Muhammad', meaning 'praiseworthy' or 'commended', and is a variant form in the Bambara language, a Mande language spoken in Mali. The name is commonly used in West African cultures, particularly among the Bambara people, and is also associated with the Islamic faith, as it is a name of the Prophet Muhammad.
Mahamadou currently ranks #6,320 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2008.
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