A variant of Aissatou, meaning she who lives
Astou is a popular West African feminine name, particularly among the Wolof people of Senegal. It is a diminutive or variant of Aissatou, which is the French-influenced West African form of the Arabic name Aisha. As such, it shares the etymological roots signifying life, vitality, and prosperity.
Less common today
Astou isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #8,656 in 2024.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Senegalese-Spanish professional basketball player
Senegalese professional basketball player
