Mamoudou

“Mandingo”

Mali origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#10376US 2023

7Births / yr

↑Rising

73All-time births

📅 Since 199500

What does Mamoudou mean and where does it come from?

Mamoudou is a popular name in West Africa, particularly among the Mandingo people. The name is derived from the Arabic 'Mohammed', and it has cultural relevance in Islamic communities. It reflects both a religious aspect and cultural pride. Notable individuals with this name may include Mamoudou Gas

Cultural significance

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

Peak popularity

Reached #7129 in 2003 — currently #10376 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Mamoudou?

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

Mamoudou Grace

How popular is Mamoudou right now?

Rising — up 7 spots — currently #10376 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#10376 · Top 7.7%

1995

2015

2021

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#10376	7	▲ up 7
2021	#10383	7	▲ up 2529 · +40% births
2015	#12912	5	▼ down 2703
1995	#10209	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Mamoudou

Best Year1995Rank #10209

Peak Count7

Average Rank#10970

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1995 - 20234 years

The story of Mamoudou

Mamoudou is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1995. With 73 total births recorded, Mamoudou remains relatively uncommon.

Names that peaked alongside Mamoudou in 2003:

Jacob Michael Joshua Matthew Andrew

Mamoudou by decade

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

Decade	Births
1990s	12
2000s ★	42
2010s	19

💎Mamoudou has only 73 total recorded births since 1995 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Mamoudou?

Common

MamMamieMamyUdou

What names sound and feel like Mamoudou?

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

Mamadou

West Africa · Mandinka

Amadou

Mali · the one who

Momodou

Mandinka · The one who

Gaoussou

Mali · Mandinka

Hamidou

Arabic · praised, commendable

Japan · to protect, to

Common questions about the name Mamoudou

What does the name Mamoudou mean?

Mamoudou means "Mandingo" — 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 Mamoudou?

Mamoudou is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Mamoudou?

Mamoudou 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.

What sibling names go well with Mamoudou?

Mamoudou 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.

Is Mamoudou a common or rare name?

Mamoudou is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.