Find out how popular the first name Lassana has been for the last 13 years (from 2011 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Lassana by gender

Based on the last 13 years of data, Lassana is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 6 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Lassana.

The history of the first name Lassana

The given name Lassana originates from the Mandinka language, an ethnic group primarily found in West Africa, particularly in the regions of Guinea, Senegal, and Mali. The name is believed to have its roots in the 13th century, during the height of the Mali Empire, a influential Islamic kingdom in the region.

The name Lassana is derived from the Arabic name Hassan, which means "good" or "handsome." It is thought to be a variation of the name that developed within the Mandinka culture, reflecting the influence of Arabic and Islamic traditions in the region. The spelling "Lassana" is a transliteration of the name into the Latin alphabet from its original form in the Mandinka language.

One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Lassana can be found in the Mandinka oral tradition, where it was often associated with individuals of noble or influential status. However, there are no specific historical records or texts that explicitly mention the name during its early origins.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Lassana. One of the most famous was Lassana Diarra (1976-present), a former French professional footballer who played for various clubs, including Chelsea, Real Madrid, and Marseille. Another prominent figure was Lassana Bathily (1988-present), a Malian Muslim who was hailed as a hero for his actions during the 2015 Île-de-France attacks in Paris.

Other individuals with the name Lassana include Lassana Camara (1994-present), a Guinean professional footballer who currently plays for Young Boys in Switzerland, and Lassana Coulibaly (1996-present), a Malian professional footballer who plays as a striker for the French club Angers.

Additionally, Lassana Ndiaye (1983-present) is a Senegalese professional basketball player who has played in various leagues around the world, including the NBA with the New Orleans Pelicans.

Data source

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