Sekou
Sekou is a Muslim boy name meaning “Elder, spiritual master”.
| Meaning | Elder, spiritual master |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Mande form of Arabic shaykh |
| Arabic spelling | شيخ |
| Pronunciation | SEH-koo |
| Arabic root | ش ي خ (sh-y-kh) — to grow old |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Sekou
Sekou is the Mande form of shaykh, 'elder' or 'religious master', with the sh sound becoming s and a final -ou added. It was the name of Ahmed Sékou Touré, Guinea's first president, and of Sékou Amadou, founder of the nineteenth-century Massina state in Mali.
Is Sekou a Muslim name?
Yes. Sekou is a Muslim name, the Mande form of the Arabic title shaykh.
Where is the name Sekou used?
Common in Guinea, Mali, Côte d'Ivoire and Sierra Leone.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sekou mean?
Sekou means 'Elder, spiritual master'. It comes from Mande form of Arabic shaykh.
Is Sekou a Muslim name?
Yes. Sekou is a Muslim name, the Mande form of the Arabic title shaykh.
How do you write Sekou in Arabic?
Sekou is written شيخ in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Sekou?
Sekou is pronounced SEH-koo.