High, exalted, or sublime
Alioune is a West African variation of the Arabic name Ali. It is particularly common in Senegal and other Francophone African countries, reflecting the historical spread of Islam through the region. The name signifies elevated status or spiritual height.
Less common today
Alioune isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,629 in 2003.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Senegalese-American singer known professionally as Akon
Malian director and playwright
Senegalese-French pole vaulter
