UK girl's name
Assiatou
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "she who is thankful".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2010. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Assiatou is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Assiatou popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2010 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5707, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2010, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2010 to 2010. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Assiatou is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Assiatou. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2011 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Assiatou ranked #5707 for girls in England and Wales in 2010, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2010, when 3 girls were registered as Assiatou.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Assiatou as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5707
2010
Births in 2010
3
Latest year
Peak year
2010
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Assiatou mean?
The name Assiatou is of West African origin, specifically tracing its roots to the Wolof language spoken in Senegal, Gambia, and parts of Mauritania. The name is derived from the Arabic word "Asiya," meaning "gift from God" or "God-given."
In the Wolof culture, the name Assiatou has been in use for centuries, often given to newborn girls as a way of expressing gratitude to the divine for the blessing of a child. The name's popularity spread across West Africa, particularly in regions with strong Islamic influences.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Assiatou can be found in the epic oral tradition of the Wolof people, known as the "Geste des Gens de la Grande Vallée." This ancient tale, passed down through generations of griots (oral historians), features a character named Assiatou, renowned for her beauty and wisdom.
Throughout history, several notable women have borne the name Assiatou. One of the most prominent was Assiatou Gning Diop (1953-2008), a Senegalese politician and activist who served as the country's Minister of Women's Affairs and played a crucial role in promoting women's rights and gender equality.
Another influential figure was Assiatou Balde (1913-2008), a renowned Senegalese educator and writer. She was one of the first women in Senegal to receive a formal education and dedicated her life to promoting literacy and education for girls.
In the world of literature, Assiatou Ndiaye (1953-2020) was a celebrated Senegalese author and playwright. Her works explored themes of identity, gender, and the complexities of modern African societies.
The name Assiatou also gained prominence through Assiatou Sow (1913-1973), a Senegalese midwife and traditional healer. She was highly respected for her expertise in traditional medicine and her dedication to improving maternal and child health in her community.
Another notable figure was Assiatou Diallo (1943-2017), a Guinean politician and activist who served as the Minister of Social Affairs and the Promotion of Women and Children's Rights in Guinea. She was a vocal advocate for women's empowerment and played a crucial role in advancing gender equality initiatives in her country.
These are just a few examples of the many remarkable women throughout history who have carried the name Assiatou, a name that continues to hold significance and cultural resonance in West Africa and beyond.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Assiatou by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Assiatou was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #5707 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Assiatou: questions and answers
How popular is the name Assiatou in the UK right now?
In 2010, Assiatou was ranked #5707 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Assiatou most popular?
The peak year on record was 2010, with 3 babies registered as Assiatou in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Assiatou?
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "she who is thankful".
How many people are called Assiatou in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Assiatou across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.