aissatou

“Wolof” — Associated with Aisha bint Abu Bakr

West Africa origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#3089US 2023

53Births / yr

↑Rising

743All-time births

📅 Since 199200

How to pronounce aissatou

EYE·ZSAT·OO

/ˈaɪ.ˈzsæt.ˈuː/ · stress on EYE · 3 syllables

“Wolof”

Associated with Aisha bint Abu Bakr · West Africa origin

What does aissatou mean and where does it come from?

'Aissatou' is a prominent name in West Africa, particularly among the Wolof people in Senegal and Mali. It has its origins in the Arabic name 'Aisha', which means 'alive' or 'living'. It is a common name in various forms throughout Islamic cultures, often associated with Aisha bint Abu Bakr, the wif

Cultural significance

aissatou has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in West Africa-speaking communities, where it reflects values of wolof.

Peak popularity

Reached #3714 in 2006 — currently #3089 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with aissatou?

aissatou works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

aissatou Grace

How popular is aissatou right now?

Rising fast — up 327 spots — currently #3089 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#3089 · Top 2.3%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#3089	53	▲ up 327 · +15% births
2022	#3416	46	▲ up 1302 · +64% births
2021	#4718	28	▲ up 199 · +8% births
2020	#4917	26	▲ up 9 · -7% births
2015	#4926	28	▲ up 139
2010	#5065	28	▼ down 607 · -10% births
2005	#4458	31	▲ up 1005 · +48% births
2000	#5463	21	▲ up 1558 · +62% births
1995	#7021	13	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for aissatou

Best Year2023Rank #3089

Peak Count53

Average Rank#4786

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1995 - 20239 years

The story of aissatou

aissatou is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1992. With 743 total births recorded, aissatou remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #7021 in 1995 to #3089 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside aissatou in 2006:

Emily Emma Madison Isabella Ava

aissatou by decade

aissatou peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	95
2000s ★	323
2010s	299
2020s	26

💎aissatou has only 743 total recorded births since 1992 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for aissatou?

Common

AisAiAtou

What names sound and feel like aissatou?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love aissatou also consider these

West Africa · to be blessed

Aissata

West Africa · Arabic

Alimatou

West Africa · Meaning 'a woman

Assiatou

Mali · She who is

Aminatou

West Africa · trustworthy

Isatou

West Africa · Mandinka

Common questions about the name aissatou

What does the name aissatou mean?

aissatou means "Wolof" — a name rooted in West Africa tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name aissatou?

aissatou is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for aissatou have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of aissatou?

aissatou originates from West Africa tradition. West Africa names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name aissatou?

aissatou is a three-syllable name pronounced AY1 Z S AE1 T UW1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with aissatou?

aissatou pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar West Africa heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.