Mamadou
2025 SSA
About Mamadou
Mamadou is a masculine name widely used in West African countries, particularly in Mali, Senegal, Guinea, and other Francophone regions. It is derived from the Arabic name Muhammad, the name of the Islamic Prophet, but has evolved its own distinct cultural identity. The name carries significant religious importance in Muslim communities across West Africa. Mamadou has a melodic quality with its three syllables and is often associated with respect and honor in the cultures where it's common. While traditional in Africa, it has gained some recognition globally through West African diaspora communities and through notable individuals in sports, music, and politics bearing the name. Its pronunciation typically emphasizes the final syllable (ma-ma-DOO).
Pronounced mah-mah-DOO.
As of October 2026, Mamadou ranked #1760 for boys in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #1543 for boys in 2003.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #2,479 | 51 | 26.6 |
| 2015 | #2,179 | 63 | 32.9 |
| 2016 | #1,951 | 75 | 39.5 |
| 2017 | #2,101 | 66 | 35.7 |
| 2018 | #2,131 | 66 | 36.3 |
| 2019 | #2,279 | 61 | 34 |
| 2020 | #2,643 | 48 | 27.8 |
| 2021 | #2,071 | 71 | 40.6 |
| 2022 | #2,484 | 56 | 32.1 |
| 2023 | #2,260 | 63 | 36.8 |
| 2024 | #1,623 | 105 | 60.9 |
| 2025 | #1,760 | 92 | 53.9 |