The nameAstou

Astou is a Senegalese girl's name.

Meaning

It is often seen as a form of Aissatou, from the Arabic Aisha, "alive".

Origin

West African.

History

In France it has been given since the mid-1970s, most often in the 2010s.

Popularity of the name Astou

Astou in France

1699thmost popular girls' name in France, latest official figures
2024peak year (25 births)
545babies named Astou in France since 1900
01325 1900192019401960198020002020
Births per year in France. Source: Insee, French national statistics office, latest official figures. Rounded numbers.

Astou was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 180 births over the decade, 33% of all recorded babies named Astou. Its rise began around 1975, and it peaked in 2024. Half of all babies named Astou in France were born before 2012, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been rising: 22 births a year on average, against 18 in the five years before.

Variants and related names

Astou in our baby name lists

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Astou mean?

It is often seen as a form of Aissatou, from the Arabic Aisha, "alive".

What is the origin of the name Astou?

West African.

Is Astou a girl's or a boy's name?

Astou is a girl's name.

What are the variants of the name Astou?

Variants and related names of Astou include Aissatou.