Ousmane
Western African · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Ousmane
Ousmane means "full of grace" or "God's grace" and derives from the Arabic name Uthman, itself rooted in the Arabic word "ushma" meaning fragrance or smoke.
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Etymology
Ousmane means "full of grace" or "God's grace" and derives from the Arabic name Uthman, itself rooted in the Arabic word "ushma" meaning fragrance or smoke. The name is predominantly used in West African Muslim communities, particularly among Fulani, Mandinka, and other Sahel peoples, and carries historical significance as the name of Uthman ibn Affan, the third Caliph of Islam.
Ousmane currently ranks #3,635 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2023.
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