Ousmane
Ousmane is a Muslim boy name meaning “Uthman, the third caliph”.
| Meaning | Uthman, the third caliph |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | West African form of Arabic ʿUthmān |
| Arabic spelling | عثمان |
| Pronunciation | OOS-mahn |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Ousmane
Ousmane is the francophone West African form of ʿUthmān, with the Arabic th sound pronounced s. ʿUthmān ibn ʿAffān was a close Companion and son-in-law of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and the third caliph, under whom the Quran was compiled into a single standard copy. In Nigeria the same name appears as Usman and Usman dan Fodio made it famous.
Is Ousmane a Muslim name?
Yes. Ousmane is a Muslim name, the West African form of ʿUthmān, the third caliph.
Where is the name Ousmane used?
Very common in Senegal, Guinea, Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ousmane mean?
Ousmane means 'Uthman, the third caliph'. It comes from West African form of Arabic ʿUthmān.
Is Ousmane a Muslim name?
Yes. Ousmane is a Muslim name, the West African form of ʿUthmān, the third caliph.
How do you write Ousmane in Arabic?
Ousmane is written عثمان in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Ousmane?
Ousmane is pronounced OOS-mahn.