Aliou
Aliou is a Muslim boy name meaning “High, exalted”.
| Meaning | High, exalted |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | West African form of Arabic ʿAlī |
| Arabic spelling | علي |
| Pronunciation | AH-lee-oo |
| Arabic root | ع ل و (ʿ-l-w) — to be high, exalted |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Aliou
Aliou is the West African form of ʿAlī, 'high' or 'exalted', with the final -ou typical of Fula and Wolof. ʿAlī ibn Abī Ṭālib was the Prophet's cousin and son-in-law and the fourth caliph. Senegalese football coach Aliou Cissé is a well-known bearer.
Is Aliou a Muslim name?
Yes. Aliou is a Muslim name, the West African form of ʿAlī, the fourth caliph.
Is Aliou in the Quran?
Its root gives the divine name in 'He is the Most High (al-ʿAliyy), the Most Great' (Quran 2:255).
Where is the name Aliou used?
Common in Senegal, Guinea, Mali and the Gambia.
Gifts with the name Aliou
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Aliou mean?
Aliou means 'High, exalted'. It comes from West African form of Arabic ʿAlī.
Is Aliou a Muslim name?
Yes. Aliou is a Muslim name, the West African form of ʿAlī, the fourth caliph.
How do you write Aliou in Arabic?
Aliou is written علي in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Aliou?
Aliou is pronounced AH-lee-oo.
Is Aliou mentioned in the Quran?
Its root gives the divine name in 'He is the Most High (al-ʿAliyy), the Most Great' (Quran 2:255).