Highly praised or one who gives thanks to God
Amadu is a West African variant of the Arabic name Ahmad. It is widely used across Muslim communities in Africa, particularly among the Fula, Mandinka, and Wolof peoples, to honor the Prophet Muhammad.
Less common today
Amadu isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,831 in 2006.
Former President of Mali
Guinean immigrant whose case sparked civil rights discussions
Malian professional footballer
Member of the Grammy-nominated duo Amadou & Mariam
Malian writer and ethnologist
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
