Mamadou
/mah-mah-DOO/ French Male
Meaning & Origin
Mamadou is a French name meaning "Mamadou is a West African name, often associated with being praiseworthy or commendable.". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Angola, Argentina, Austria, BE. Likely derived from the Arabic name Muhammad, meaning 'praised' or 'commendable'.
Quick Facts
Language French
Gender Male
Phonetic mah-mah-DOO
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as mah-mah-DOO. Keep the original French phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Mamadou
- · Mamadou Sakho - Footballer
- · Mamadou Gassama - Hero (for rescuing a child)
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