Salamatou
Salamatou is a Muslim girl name meaning “Safety, well-being, soundness”.
| Meaning | Safety, well-being, soundness |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, Hausa / Fula form |
| Arabic spelling | سلامة |
| Pronunciation | sah-lah-mah-TOO |
| Arabic root | س ل م (s-l-m) — to be safe, at peace |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Salamatou
Salamatou comes from Arabic Salāma, 'safety' or 'soundness'. West African naming keeps the Arabic feminine t and adds a final vowel, giving Salamatu in Nigeria and Ghana and Salamatou in French spelling. It shares its root with salām (peace) and Islām, so it carries a hopeful wish for a safe and peaceful life.
Is Salamatou a Muslim name?
Yes. Salamatou is a West African form of the Arabic name Salama, meaning safety and well-being. It is a Muslim name.
Is Salamatou in the Quran?
Its root gives as-Salām, 'the Source of Peace', one of the names of God (Quran 59:23).
Where is the name Salamatou used?
Common in Niger, Burkina Faso, northern Nigeria and Ghana.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Salamatou mean?
Salamatou means 'Safety, well-being, soundness'. It comes from Arabic, Hausa / Fula form.
Is Salamatou a Muslim name?
Yes. Salamatou is a West African form of the Arabic name Salama, meaning safety and well-being. It is a Muslim name.
How do you write Salamatou in Arabic?
Salamatou is written سلامة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Salamatou?
Salamatou is pronounced sah-lah-mah-TOO.
Is Salamatou mentioned in the Quran?
Its root gives as-Salām, 'the Source of Peace', one of the names of God (Quran 59:23).