Rising since 1996, #4,067 for girls today.
Popularity of Oumou since 1996
Babies named Oumou per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 35 |
| 2000s | 235 |
| 2010s | 309 |
| 2020s | 180 |
Meaning & origin
Oumou first entered U.S. records in 1996, and its popularity peaked in 2013. As of 2025, it ranks 4,067th, with a 1-in-45,922 birth rate. The name is primarily used in New York, reflecting communities with West African heritage. Its steady, rising trajectory since 1996 suggests growing familiarity and cultural pride among families honoring their roots. Oumou remains a distinctive choice, deeply resonant in Fula and Manding cultures, where it symbolizes the central role of the mother.
Oumou is a West African variant of the Arabic name Umm, meaning 'mother.' It is commonly used among Fula, Mandinka, and other West African Muslim communities, often in compound names like Oumou Diallo. The name carries deep respect, signifying motherhood and matriarchal authority. In the United States, it has appeared since the mid-1990s, reflecting diaspora communities.
Where Oumou is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Oumou” around the world
Where Oumou lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
130
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Umm, Oumou, Umou
Sibling names for Oumou
Names that share Oumou's style, for a brother or sister.
