Safiatou
Arabic · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Safiatou
Safiatou is the feminine form of Safiya, derived from the Arabic root word "safa" meaning "pure" or "chosen," with the "-tou" suffix being a West African (particularly Fulani and French) diminutive or feminine marker.
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Etymology
Safiatou is the feminine form of Safiya, derived from the Arabic root word "safa" meaning "pure" or "chosen," with the "-tou" suffix being a West African (particularly Fulani and French) diminutive or feminine marker. The name is used primarily among Muslim communities in West Africa, particularly in Francophone regions such as Senegal, Mali, and Guinea, with historical prominence in Islamic scholarly and noble families.
Safiatou currently ranks #8,775 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2025.
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