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femaleWolof

Fatou

“One who weans; abstainer”

FAH-too

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Origin

Wolof

Language

Niger-Congo (Atlantic)

Pronunciation

FAH-too

Gender

female

Cultural Significance

The West African form of Fatima, ubiquitous in Wolof-speaking communities and across the Sahel region.

Variants & Spellings

FatoumataFatu

Notable People

Fatou Bensouda, Gambian ICC prosecutor

Related Names

Aminata

Trustworthy; faithful

Mariama

Beloved; star of the sea

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