The nameAssetou
Assetou is a West African girl's name.
- Girl's name
- West African
Meaning
A West African form of Aisha, from the Arabic for "alive".
Origin
West African, of Arabic origin.
History
In France it has been given since the 1970s, most often since the 2000s.
Popularity of the name Assetou
Assetou in France
1220thmost popular girls' name in France, latest official figures
2025peak year (30 births)
630babies named Assetou in France since 1900
Assetou was most popular in France in the 2000s, with 160 births over the decade, 25% of all recorded babies named Assetou. Its rise began around 1976, and it peaked in 2025. Half of all babies named Assetou in France were born before 2009, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been rising: 26 births a year on average, against 18 in the five years before.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Assetou mean?
A West African form of Aisha, from the Arabic for "alive".
What is the origin of the name Assetou?
West African, of Arabic origin.
Is Assetou a girl's or a boy's name?
Assetou is a girl's name.