How Many People Are Named Alimatou?

Complete statistics for the name Alimatou: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Alimatou
Very Rare
Arabic, West African

Alimatou is a very rare name, with only 13 people born with it in the US ever. That's 1 in 25,609,089 Americans. It peaked in 2013 with 7 births, and most people named Alimatou are under 30.

~13
Living in US
1 in 25,609,089
Americans
2013
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Learned or knowledgeable one
🌐
Origin
Arabic, West African
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 11
Personality Traits
Wise Compassionate Thoughtful Gentle
11
Life Path Number

The number 11 is a master number in numerology, associated with heightened intuition, spiritual insight, and inspirational leadership. People with this life path are often seen as visionary and deeply sensitive, with a natural pull toward enlightening others.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

66,052
Worldwide Bearers
#14,599
Global Rank
🇲🇱 Mali
22,091
🇧🇯 Benin
14,871
🇧🇫 Burkina Faso
11,656
🇸🇳 Senegal
8,176
🇨🇮 Ivory Coast
5,222
🇨🇲 Cameroon
1,718
🇬🇳 Guinea
1,254
🇳🇪 Niger
927
🇫🇷 France
43
🇺🇸 United States
30

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
13 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 18
13
Would be under 30 (100%)
0
Would be 30–60 (0%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 13 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2013

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
17
Classic Feel
9
Modern Appeal
100
International
99

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Alimatou Through the Generations

Alimatou is a name that has remained relatively stable over time, with only 13 people born with it in the US throughout history. This stark contrast between the low number of births and the current population of 13 living individuals highlights its rarity. The peak year for Alimatou was 2013, when 7 babies were given this name, indicating a brief surge in popularity. Interestingly, all living Alimatou are under 30, suggesting that the name has become firmly established as a modern choice. Despite the small number of births, the fact that the name has remained in use for decades, with no individuals over 60, speaks to its enduring appeal among parents.

✨ Similar Names to Alimatou

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Alimatou's Arabic, West African roots

📄 About the Name Alimatou

How Many People Have the Name Alimatou?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 13 people in the United States currently share the name Alimatou. That works out to roughly 1 in every 25,609,089 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Alimatou a Common or Rare Name?

Alimatou is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Alimatou Mean?

Alimatou means "Learned or knowledgeable one" and comes from Arabic, West African origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 11.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Alimatou in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Alimatou Most Popular?

The name Alimatou reached peak popularity in 2013, with 7 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Alimatou?

Approximately 13 people named Alimatou live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 13. That works out to roughly 1 in 25,609,089 Americans.

Is Alimatou a rare name?

Alimatou is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 25,609,089 Americans has this name.

What does the name Alimatou mean?

Alimatou means "Learned or knowledgeable one" and comes from Arabic, West African origins.

Is Alimatou more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Alimatou are male and 100% are female.

When was Alimatou most popular?

Alimatou peaked in 2013 with 7 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US13
All-Time Births13
1 in X1 in 25,609,089
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age18
Peak Year2013
World Rank#14,599
Male %0%
Female %100%

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All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.