Mother
Oumou is the West African form of the Arabic name Umm, which literally translates to 'mother'. It is often given in honor of Umm Kulthum, the daughter of the Prophet Muhammad, making it a name of significant religious and cultural heritage.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Grammy Award-winning Malian Wassoulou musician
Senegalese fashion designer known as the Queen of Couture
Professional basketball player
