Assétou
Assétou is a Muslim girl name meaning “Alive, living; form of Aisha”.
| Meaning | Alive, living; form of Aisha |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Mande (West Africa) form of Arabic Aisha |
| Arabic spelling | عائشة |
| Pronunciation | ah-seh-TOO |
| Arabic root | ع ي ش (ʿ-y-sh) — to live |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Assétou
Assétou is the Bambara, Dioula and Mossi form of ʿĀʾisha, closely related to Aïssatou. The diphthong is reduced to a single vowel, giving Assétou. It honours ʿĀʾisha, wife of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and a leading scholar of early Islam. The name is common in Burkina Faso, Mali and Côte d'Ivoire.
Is Assétou a Muslim name?
Yes. Assétou is a Muslim name, a West African form of ʿĀʾisha.
Where is the name Assétou used?
Common in Burkina Faso, Mali and Côte d'Ivoire.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Assétou mean?
Assétou means 'Alive, living; form of Aisha'. It comes from Mande (West Africa) form of Arabic Aisha.
Is Assétou a Muslim name?
Yes. Assétou is a Muslim name, a West African form of ʿĀʾisha.
How do you write Assétou in Arabic?
Assétou is written عائشة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Assétou?
Assétou is pronounced ah-seh-TOO.