Alioune is of West African origin, specifically Senegalese, and means "may God increase him". It is a unisex name, though it is more commonly used for males. The name has gained popularity in recent years due to its unique sound and cultural significance.
The name Alioune has seen varied popularity over the past 26 years, with a notable peak of 11 births in 2003. However, it appears that its usage has been declining recently, with fewer than 8 births recorded each year since 2015. Despite this trend, there was a slight resurgence in 2018 with 10 births and again in 2021 with 8 births. Overall, the total number of births for the name Alioune over this period is 170.