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Name Origin

Idrissa is a masculine given name of West African origin, predominantly found in countries like Senegal, Mali, and Guinea. It is often associated with the Arabic name Idris, meaning 'interpreter' or 'one who teaches'. Idrissa can therefore symbolize wisdom, knowledge, and communication.

masculineidrisinterpreterteacherwisdomknowledgecommunication

Famous People

Idrissa Gueye (1989-)

Professional footballer

  • Senegal national team midfielder
  • Played for clubs like Everton, Aston Villa, Paris Saint-Germain

Idrissa Akuna (1956-)

Military officer

  • Former Chief of Defence Staff of the Malian Armed Forces
  • Key figure in Mali's political history

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