Momodou
Boy name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Momodou: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 3 births in 2025.
Momodou is a West African given name, particularly common in Gambia and Senegal, where it emerged as a Mandinka variant of the Arabic Muhammad, meaning "praiseworthy." Among its notable bearers are Gambian footballer Momodou Ceesay, who played for clubs across Europe, and politician Momodou Jallow, a former minister. The name carries strong cultural and religious significance in the region, often shortened to Modou as an everyday nickname. While no major places are named after a Momodou, the name's root shares a connection with countless mosques and communities worldwide honouring the Prophet Muhammad. For Scottish parents, it offers a distinctive choice with deep West African heritage.
Boy 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20253 babies
- Latest (2025)
- #7623 babies
- Total births
- 3since 2025
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y