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Saratu

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Saratu
GenderFemale
Language(s)Hausa/Yoruba
Origin
Word/nameNigerian
MeaningGrace or blessing.
Region of originNorth and South, Nigeria

Saratu is a Nigerian feminine given name predominantly used among Muslims, particularly within the Hausa and the Yoruba communities. Derived from Arabic, "Maisaratun" (shortened to Saratu) signifies "grace" or "blessing."[1] The name is the Hausa variant of Sara or Sarah used in various languages.[2]

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References

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  1. ^ "saratu - Baby Name Search". 2024-06-23. Retrieved 2024-10-18.
  2. ^ "User-submitted name Saratu - Behind the Name". www.behindthename.com. Retrieved 2024-10-18.