Madu
Fact sheet
- Name
- Madu
- Gender
- Boy name
- Syllables
- 2
The male first name Madu comes from Igbo and means, translated from the term mmadụ, 'the person'.
What does the name Madu mean?
The first name Madu means in Igbo, derived from the word mmadụ, 'the person'.
Where does the name Madu come from?
Madu is a male first name with roots in Igbo, meaning 'the person'. The word is composed of the Igbo term mmadụ, which means 'person' or 'human'. The language is part of the African Igbo and comes from Nigeria in West Africa.
How do you pronounce Madu?
Mah-doo
Popularity
In Germany, Madu is among the less common first names. In 2015, it ranked 3,972nd among the most popular male baby names. Its best placement was in 2013, at 3,619th. In the last ten years, the name has been given less than 10 times, placing it 8,008th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 7,742nd.
Frequently asked questions about the name Madu
What is the origin of the first name Madu?
Madu is a male first name that comes from the Igbo language, which is spoken in Nigeria, West Africa.
What does the first name Madu mean?
The name Madu means 'the person' and is derived from the Igbo term 'mmadụ', which means 'person' or 'human'.
How popular is the name Madu?
The popularity of the name Madu is higher primarily in Nigeria and among Igbo speakers, while it is less common in other regions.