UK girl's name
Maimouna
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "fortunate" or "prosperous".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2023. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Maimouna is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Maimouna popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2023 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4709, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2017, with 6 births.
This profile covers 42 England and Wales registrations across 12 recorded years from 2003 to 2023. 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.
The latest count is about 67% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 42 living people in the UK are called Maimouna. 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 2024 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Maimouna ranked #4709 for girls in England and Wales in 2023, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2017, when 6 girls were registered as Maimouna.
- • About 42 living people in the UK are estimated to have Maimouna as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4709
2023
Births in 2023
4
Latest year
Peak year
2017
6 births
Estimated living
42
2026
Meaning
What does Maimouna mean?
The given name Maimouna has its origins in the Arabic language and culture. It is derived from the root word "maimun," which means "blessed" or "fortunate." The name is believed to have originated in the Middle East and North Africa region during the Islamic Golden Age, which spanned from the 8th to the 13th century.
Maimouna is a feminine name, and its variation, Maimoun, is used as a masculine form. The name has been mentioned in several historical texts and religious scriptures, including the Quran and various Islamic hadiths, where it is often associated with concepts of blessings, prosperity, and good fortune.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Maimouna can be found in the works of the renowned Islamic philosopher and scholar, Maimonides (1135-1204 CE). His full name, Moses ben Maimon, is derived from the name Maimouna, and he is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in Jewish theology and philosophy.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Maimouna. One such figure is Maimouna Bint Al-Harith (594-629 CE), who was the wife of the Prophet Muhammad and played a significant role in the early Islamic community. Another prominent figure is Maimouna Guerresi (1880-1964), an Italian-Algerian writer and activist who fought for women's rights and independence in Algeria.
In the realm of literature, Maimouna Coulibaly (born 1977) is a renowned Malian author and playwright, known for her works that explore themes of identity, culture, and gender. Maimouna Youssef (1908-1980), also known as "The Mother of the Nile," was an Egyptian singer and actress who made significant contributions to the development of Arabic music and cinema.
Maimouna Traore (born 1986) is a Senegalese businesswoman and social entrepreneur who has been recognized for her efforts in promoting sustainable development and empowering women in her country. Her name serves as a reminder of the cultural significance and historical roots of the name Maimouna.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Maimouna over time
The chart below shows babies named Maimouna registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2003 to 2023. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Maimouna, the clearest high point is 2017. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2023, compared with 6 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Maimouna by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Maimouna 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #5363 | 13 | 4 |
| 2010s | #5045 | 23 | 6 |
| 2000s | #4717 | 6 | 2 |
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- Mollie 15,914
- Martha 15,116
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FAQ
Maimouna: questions and answers
How popular is the name Maimouna in the UK right now?
In 2023, Maimouna was ranked #4709 for girls in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Maimouna most popular?
The peak year on record was 2017, with 6 babies registered as Maimouna in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Maimouna?
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "fortunate" or "prosperous".
How many people are called Maimouna in the UK?
A total of 42 babies have been registered as Maimouna across the 12 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.