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.". 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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