How Many People Are Named Seydou?

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

Seydou
Very Rare
West African

Seydou, a name of West African origin, stands out due to its very rare status in the U.S., with only 1 in 3,091,084 Americans bearing this name. That's just 107 people alive today, making it a truly unique choice. Interestingly, all 108 recorded births were in the last decade, highlighting its modern appeal.

~107
Living in US
1 in 3,091,084
Americans
2005
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
West African origin, meaning 'Sunday'
🌐
Origin
West African
🌟
Lucky Day
Sunday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 8
Personality Traits
Courageous Resilient Hopeful
8
Life Path Number

Traditionally, the life-path number 8 symbolizes power, authority, and success.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

328,360
Worldwide Bearers
#3,176
Global Rank
🇲🇱 Mali
148,563
🇧🇫 Burkina Faso
63,564
🇨🇮 Ivory Coast
55,449
🇳🇪 Niger
23,313
🇸🇳 Senegal
20,900
🇬🇳 Guinea
8,979
🇹🇬 Togo
1,813
🇧🇯 Benin
1,146
🇫🇷 France
720
🇲🇦 Morocco
601

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
107 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 16
108
Would be under 30 (100%)
0
Would be 30–60 (0%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 108 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: 2005

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
57
Classic Feel
17
Modern Appeal
100
International
100

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

📜 Seydou Through the Generations

Seydou, a name that resonates deeply within West African culture, has seen a steady presence in the United States since its peak in 2005 when 10 babies were given this name. With a total of 108 births recorded over the years, it's clear that Seydou remains a niche but cherished choice among parents. The average age of those named Seydou is just 16, indicating that the name is predominantly embraced by younger generations, adding to its contemporary vibe.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

New York 5

✨ Similar Names to Seydou

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Seydou's West African roots

📄 About the Name Seydou

How Many People Have the Name Seydou?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 107 people in the United States currently share the name Seydou. That works out to roughly 1 in every 3,091,084 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Seydou a Common or Rare Name?

Seydou 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 Seydou Mean?

Seydou means "West African origin, meaning 'Sunday'" and comes from West African origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 8.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Seydou Most Popular?

The name Seydou reached peak popularity in 2005, with 10 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 Seydou?

Approximately 107 people named Seydou live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 108. That works out to roughly 1 in 3,091,084 Americans.

Is Seydou a rare name?

Seydou is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 3,091,084 Americans has this name.

What does the name Seydou mean?

Seydou means "West African origin, meaning 'Sunday'" and comes from West African origins.

Is Seydou more male or female?

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

When was Seydou most popular?

Seydou peaked in 2005 with 10 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 US107
All-Time Births108
1 in X1 in 3,091,084
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age16
Peak Year2005
World Rank#3,176
Male %100%
Female %0%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.