The nameSaïdou
Saïdou is a West African boy's name.
- Boy's name
- West African
Meaning
A West African form of Said, from the Arabic for "happy".
Origin
West African, of Arabic origin.
History
In France it has been given in small numbers since the 1970s.
Popularity of the name Saïdou
Saïdou in France
1258thmost popular boys' name in France, latest official figures
2025peak year (25 births)
550babies named Saïdou in France since 1900
Saïdou was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 145 births over the decade, 26% of all recorded babies named Saïdou. Its rise began around 1974, and it peaked in 2025. Half of all babies named Saïdou in France were born before 2007, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers.
Saïdou in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Saïdou mean?
A West African form of Said, from the Arabic for "happy".
What is the origin of the name Saïdou?
West African, of Arabic origin.
Is Saïdou a girl's or a boy's name?
Saïdou is a boy's name.