The nameModibo
Modibo is a Malian boy's name.
- Boy's name
- Manding (Mali)
Meaning
Its meaning is debated; it is often linked to a title given to Muslim scholars.
Origin
Manding (Mali).
History
Borne by Modibo Keïta, first president of Mali, it has been given in France since the 1970s, most often in the 2010s.
Popularity of the name Modibo
Modibo in France
1280thmost popular boys' name in France, latest official figures
2021peak year (30 births)
690babies named Modibo in France since 1900
Modibo was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 215 births over the decade, 31% of all recorded babies named Modibo. Its rise began around 1974, and it peaked in 2021. Half of all babies named Modibo in France were born before 2010, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, its popularity has held steady at around 23 births a year.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Modibo mean?
Its meaning is debated; it is often linked to a title given to Muslim scholars.
What is the origin of the name Modibo?
Manding (Mali).
Is Modibo a girl's or a boy's name?
Modibo is a boy's name.