Discover and Shortlist Your Perfect Baby Names!
Senegalese names are influenced by Islamic traditions, Wolof culture, and other ethnic groups in the region. Names like Mamadou (praised) and Aissatou (life) often reflect faith, ancestry, and community values. These names celebrate Senegal’s rich cultural diversity and shared heritage.
| Name | Meaning | Origins | Gender | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Awa | Awa: Senegalese name meaning "beautiful," gaining popularity across Africa. | Senegalese | Girl | |
| Dekar | Dekar: Senegalese name meaning "brave," gaining popularity for its significance. | Senegalese | Boy | |
| Deyda | Deyda: Senegalese name meaning "beloved," associated with male heritage. | Senegalese | Boy | |
| Diaw | Diaw: Senegalese name meaning "leader," symbolizing authority and strength. | Senegalese | Boy | |
| Famoudou | Famoudou means "one who is loved" in African origin languages. | African, Bantu, Senegalese | Boy | |
| Fatoumata | Fatoumata means "daughter of Fatou," originating from West Africa. | African, Amharic, Arabic, Malian, Senegalese | Girl | |
| Jali | Jali: African name meaning "great," significant in West African culture. | African, Senegalese | Unisex | |
| Jula | Jula: African name meaning "moon," popular in West Africa. | African, Senegalese, Wolof | Unisex | |
| Mamadou | Mamadou: Arabic origin, meaning "one who is praised" or "praiseworthy." | African, Amharic, Arabic, Senegalese, West African | Boy | |
| Mariamou | Mariamou: Senegalese name meaning "gift of God," gaining popularity. | Senegalese | Girl | |
| Marieme | Marieme: Senegalese name meaning "gift of God," gaining popularity. | Senegalese | Girl | |
| Mohamadou | Mohamadou: Senegalese name meaning "praised," popular in West Africa. | Senegalese | Boy | |
| Nafisatou | Nafisatou: Senegalese name meaning "precious," unique, culturally significant, elegant. | Senegalese | Girl | |
| Rokhaya | Rokhaya: Senegalese name meaning "queen," symbolizing strength and heritage. | Senegalese | Girl | |
| Saine | Saine: Senegalese unisex name meaning "healthy," gaining global recognition. | Senegalese | Unisex | |
| Salou | Salou: Senegalese name symbolizing strength, resilience, and cultural significance. | Senegalese | Boy | |
| Sembe | Sembe: Senegalese name meaning "peaceful," gaining popularity for girls. | Senegalese | Girl | |
| Sene | Sene: Senegalese unisex name meaning "prosperous," gaining global recognition. | Senegalese | Unisex | |
| Sererian | Sererian: Unique unisex name from Serer culture, rich in significance. | Senegalese | Unisex | |
| Siki | Siki: Senegalese unisex name meaning "flower," gaining global recognition. | Senegalese | Unisex | |
| Tapha | Tapha: Senegalese name meaning "lion" or "brave warrior," masculine. | Senegalese | Boy | |
| Tierno | Tierno: Senegalese name meaning "kind," gaining popularity for cultural significance. | Senegalese | Boy | |
| Toure | Toure: West African name meaning "lion" or "king," symbolizing strength. | Malian, Mandinka, Senegalese, West African | Boy | |
| Youssou | Youssou: African name meaning "God's gift," of Arabic origin. | African, Amharic, Arabic, Senegalese | Boy |
