AstouMuslim girl names
Meaning
Reported interpretation: living, through a short form of Aissatou
This is a reported naming interpretation, not a confirmed literal derivation. Check the language and spelling when comparing meanings.
- Origin / language
- Wolof / Senegalese usage
- Name type
- Single given name
- Category
- West African names
Language and spelling
The West African name reference describes Astou as a short form of Aissatou, linked to Aisha radiyallahu anha. The connection is a regional name history; Astou itself is not an Arabic word meaning living.
Sources
The listed baby-name source reports this interpretation; its linguistic derivation is not confirmed.
Entry reviewed: 2026-10-27
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