Aissatou Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Aissatou is a name of West African origin, derived from the Arabic Aisha, meaning 'life'. It has evolved from Aisha to Aissatou in various cultures. The name is often associated with vitality and strength, reflecting the traits of those who bear it. There is no biblical relevance connected to this name.
The name Aissatou is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Aissatou has been stalled for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Aissatou' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 14297th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4573rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4328th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Aissatou' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aissatou"
Pronunciation
/aɪsæˈtu/
Origin
West African
Etymology
Aissatou is derived from the Arabic name Aisha, which means 'living' or 'life'. The name is commonly used in various West African cultures, particularly among the Fulani and Hausa people.
Meaning
life
Language Evolution
Aisha, Aissatou
Historical Usage
Aissatou gained popularity in West Africa during the 20th century, particularly as a result of cultural exchanges and the spread of Islam in the region.
Variants & Derivatives
Aisha, Aissata, Aissat
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Aissatou is perceived as a culturally rich and meaningful name, often associated with strength and vitality.
Famous People
Aissatou Sow Sidibe, Aissatou Sow, Aissatou Diallo
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aissatou"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Aissatou"
"Aissatou" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 14297th of 27321 | 45 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4573rd of 35406 | 468 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4328th of 30306 | 396 |
Regional Popularity of "Aissatou" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Aissatou" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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63.78% 2854th/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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30.58% 1579th/5164 |
87.19% 6376th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
93.17% 3712th/3984 |
35.06% 1573rd/4487 |
76.47% 5217th/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Aissatou"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aissatou" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.