Amadou
Amadou is a Muslim boy name meaning “Most praiseworthy”.
| Meaning | Most praiseworthy |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | West African form of Arabic Aḥmad |
| Arabic spelling | أحمد |
| Pronunciation | AH-mah-doo |
| Arabic root | ح م د (ḥ-m-d) — praise |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Amadou
Amadou is the West African form of Aḥmad, another name of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, meaning 'most praiseworthy'. It is especially common among the Fula (Fulani), where Hamadou and Amadou are also used for a first-born son. Cheikh Amadou Bamba, founder of the Mouride order in Senegal, is a famous bearer.
Is Amadou a Muslim name?
Yes. Amadou is a Muslim name, the West African form of Aḥmad, a name of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
Is Amadou in the Quran?
The name Aḥmad appears in Jesus's glad tidings of 'a messenger to come after me, whose name is Ahmad' (Quran 61:6).
Where is the name Amadou used?
Very common in Senegal, Mali, Guinea, Niger and Cameroon.
Gifts with the name Amadou
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Amadou mean?
Amadou means 'Most praiseworthy'. It comes from West African form of Arabic Aḥmad.
Is Amadou a Muslim name?
Yes. Amadou is a Muslim name, the West African form of Aḥmad, a name of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
How do you write Amadou in Arabic?
Amadou is written أحمد in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Amadou?
Amadou is pronounced AH-mah-doo.
Is Amadou mentioned in the Quran?
The name Aḥmad appears in Jesus's glad tidings of 'a messenger to come after me, whose name is Ahmad' (Quran 61:6).