Oumou
Western African · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Oumou
Oumou means "mother" and derives from Arabic/Fulani linguistic roots, with the word stemming from the Semitic family of languages.
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Etymology
Oumou means "mother" and derives from Arabic/Fulani linguistic roots, with the word stemming from the Semitic family of languages. The name is predominantly used among West African Muslim populations, particularly among Fulani, Mandinka, and other Sahel region peoples, with notable historical bearers including Oumou Sangaré, the celebrated Malian singer.
Oumou currently ranks #4,146 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2013.
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