Traditional Senegal Names

Servant (of God). A shortened form of Abdoulaye.

Servant of God

Earth, of human origin

Living, prosperous. Name of the Prophet Muhammad's wife.

Beautiful, good. A popular variant of Hassan.

Noble, exalted, high. Cousin of the Prophet Muhammad.

Praised one

Trustworthy, faithful, honest

Front, leader

good, handsome

Star, celestial body

Desire, Eve

Father of children. A variant of Bakar.

Variant of Abubakar

The one who sees, brings good news.

Father. Often used as a respectful prefix.

Daughter. A simple and elegant name.

Daughter, often used to denote a female child or a young woman.

Rainy Season. A name connected to nature.

Elder, leader, respected scholar

Leader of the Tijaniyya Sufi order; 'Cheikh' means 'elder' or 'leader', 'Tidiane' refers to the Tijaniyya Sufi order.

Strong, powerful

Hope, aspiration, a positive outlook on life.

Trustworthy, honest; a common Mandinka name.

Lion

Meaningful and traditional name in Senegalese cultures, often associated with blessings or nobility.

Beautiful, fragrant flower (Zaynab).

Good luck, blessing

Captivating

Leader, chief

Father of multitudes

Premature baby, respected wife, trustworthy

Respectable, honorable. Often a short form of Khadija.

Successor, leader, caliph.

Trustworthy, faithful

A popular and beloved name in Wolof culture, often associated with beauty and charm.

Blessed, auspicious, or fortunate, often associated with good luck and prosperity.

Chosen, elected. A strong and dignified name.

King, owner, master

Grandparent, elder, denoting respect.

Victorious, triumphant.

Beloved, bitter, or a variation of Mary

Praised, commendable

Child of the prophet (Mohamed).

A short form of Mohamet or mouride (religious student).

Drawn out of water

The chosen one. An epithet of the Prophet Muhammad.

Precious, valuable

Second daughter

Daughter of Fatou. Combined traditional names.