Servant of the Most Merciful
A compound Arabic name combining 'Abd' (servant) with 'al-Rahman' (the Most Merciful). It is one of the many names of God in Islam, emphasizing the attribute of compassion and mercy. It is particularly common in West African countries like Senegal and Guinea.
Less common today
Abdourahmane isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #8,720 in 2024.
Senegalese economist and politician
Nigerien military officer and leader
Former Senegalese government minister
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
