Kadiatou

“Fulani”

Mali origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#5181US 2023

25Births / yr

↓Falling

472All-time births

📅 Since 199500

How to pronounce Kadiatou

KAH·DEYE·AT·OO

/ˈkɑ.ˈdaɪ.ˈæt.ˈuː/ · stress on KAH · 4 syllables

“Fulani”

Mali origin · Girl name

What does Kadiatou mean and where does it come from?

Kadiatou is a popular name among the Mandinka and Fulani people of West Africa, particularly in Mali and Guinea. The name reflects a tradition where children are named after the day of the week they are born. Traditionally, the name signifies cultural identity and heritage, and it has been used in v

Cultural significance

Kadiatou has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Mali-speaking communities, where it reflects values of fulani.

Peak popularity

Reached #5416 in 2002 — currently #5181 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Kadiatou?

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

Kadiatou Grace

How popular is Kadiatou right now?

Falling — down 462 spots — currently #5181 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#5181 · Top 3.8%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#5181	25	▼ down 462 · -14% births
2022	#4719	29	▲ up 1806 · +61% births
2021	#6525	18	▼ down 968 · -18% births
2020	#5557	22	▲ up 397
2015	#5954	22	▼ down 412 · -12% births
2010	#5542	25	▲ up 419 · +19% births
2005	#5961	21	▲ up 3094 · +91% births
2000	#9055	11	▲ up 1427 · +38% births
1995	#10482	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Kadiatou

Best Year2022Rank #4719

Peak Count29

Average Rank#6553

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1995 - 20239 years

The story of Kadiatou

Kadiatou is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1995. With 472 total births recorded, Kadiatou remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #10482 in 1995 to #5181 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Kadiatou in 2002:

Emily Madison Hannah Emma Alexis

Kadiatou by decade

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

Decade	Births
1990s	38
2000s ★	215
2010s	197
2020s	22

💎Kadiatou has only 472 total recorded births since 1995 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Kadiatou?

Common

KadKadieKadyAtou

What names sound and feel like Kadiatou?

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

Kadijatou

West Africa · Firstborn girl

Sierra Leone · a name commonly

Mariatou

West Africa · Variation of 'Maria',

Safiatou

West Africa · meaning 'pure' or

Assiatou

Mali · She who is

Hadijatou

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Common questions about the name Kadiatou

What does the name Kadiatou mean?

Kadiatou means "Fulani" — a name rooted in Mali 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 Kadiatou?

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

What is the cultural origin of Kadiatou?

Kadiatou originates from Mali tradition. Mali 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 Kadiatou?

Kadiatou is a four-syllable name pronounced K AA1 D AY1 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 Kadiatou?

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