Modou

“born on a Monday”

Senegal origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#13508US 2023

5Births / yr

↑Rising

60All-time births

📅 Since 200300

How to pronounce Modou

MAW·DOO

/ˈmɔ.ˈduː/ · stress on MAW · 2 syllables

“born on a Monday”

Senegal origin · Boy name

What does Modou mean and where does it come from?

Modou is a popular name in Senegal and The Gambia, commonly given to boys born on Mondays, following the traditional African naming ceremonies. In Wolof culture, names often reflect the day of the week on which a child is born. Additionally, in some contexts, 'Modou' can carry meanings associated wi

Cultural significance

Modou has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Senegal-speaking communities, where it reflects values of born on a monday.

Peak popularity

Reached #8874 in 2004 — currently #13508 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Modou?

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

Modou Grace

How popular is Modou right now?

Rising fast — up 170 spots — currently #13508 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#13508 · Top 10.0%

2005

2015

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#13508	5	▲ up 170
2022	#13678	5	▼ down 462
2015	#13216	5	▼ down 280
2005	#12936	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Modou

Best Year2005Rank #12936

Peak Count5

Average Rank#13335

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2005 - 20234 years

The story of Modou

Modou is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2003. With 60 total births recorded, Modou remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #12936 in 2005, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #13508 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Modou in 2004:

Jacob Michael Joshua Matthew Ethan

💎Modou has only 60 total recorded births since 2003 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Modou?

Common

ModModieMody

What names sound and feel like Modou?

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

Dodou

Latin · A Latin name

Momodou

Mandinka · The one who

Modie

South Africa · Tswana

Modi

India · My work

Kokou

Togo · born on Wednesday

Goudou

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Abdou

Arabic · servant of

Mode

English · can refer to

Common questions about the name Modou

What does the name Modou mean?

Modou means "born on a Monday" — a name rooted in Senegal 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 Modou?

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

What is the cultural origin of Modou?

Modou originates from Senegal tradition. Senegal 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 Modou?

Modou is a two-syllable name pronounced M AO1 D UW1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Modou trending right now?

Modou is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.