عائشة

Isatou

girlGambian form of Arabic Aisha

Isatou is a Muslim girl name meaning “Alive, living; form of Aisha”.

MeaningAlive, living; form of Aisha
GenderGirl
OriginGambian form of Arabic Aisha
Arabic spellingعائشة
Pronunciationee-sah-TOO
Arabic rootع ي ش (ʿ-y-sh) — to live
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Isatou

Isatou is the Gambian spelling of Aïssatou, the West African form of ʿĀʾisha, wife of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. The first vowel is reduced and the feminine ending sounded as -tou. Gambian activist Isatou Ceesay, known for her plastic recycling project, is one bearer.

Is Isatou a Muslim name?

Yes. Isatou is a Muslim name, the Gambian form of ʿĀʾisha.

Where is the name Isatou used?

Very common in the Gambia.

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Spellings and variants of Isatou

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Isatou mean?

Isatou means 'Alive, living; form of Aisha'. It comes from Gambian form of Arabic Aisha.

Is Isatou a Muslim name?

Yes. Isatou is a Muslim name, the Gambian form of ʿĀʾisha.

How do you write Isatou in Arabic?

Isatou is written عائشة in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Isatou?

Isatou is pronounced ee-sah-TOO.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.