Wolof girl names.
215 names — open any of them for its meaning, sound and story.
01Absa“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”→︎02Aby“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”→︎03Adama“A West African form of Adam, associated with “human being” or “humanity.””→︎04Adila“A fair-minded and just woman”→︎05Adja“A respected woman who has made the pilgrimage to Mecca”→︎06Aicha“Full of life and vitality”→︎07Aida“Returning; a visitor or one who comes back.”→︎08Aissatou“Living and full of life; the name of a revered early Muslim woman”→︎09Ajjuma“Born on a Friday”→︎10Alima“Knowledgeable, learned”→︎11Alimatou“A wise and knowledgeable woman”→︎12Allarba“Born on a Wednesday”→︎13Altine“Born on a Monday”→︎14Alxamis“Born on a Thursday”→︎15Amal“Hope for a bright and beautiful future”→︎16Amina“Faithful, trustworthy, and safe in God’s care”→︎17Aminata“Faithful and trustworthy”→︎18Anta“A tender, gracious woman”→︎19Arame“A beloved and respected woman”→︎20Asiya“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”→︎21Asma“Arabic feminine name commonly interpreted as “loftier,” “more exalted,” or “sublime.””→︎22Astou“A gracious and pure woman”→︎23Awa“Life and vitality”→︎24Awo“A Wolof female name/term associated with a first or senior wife in a polygynous household.”→︎25Aziza“Precious, cherished, and beloved”→︎26Badia“Arabic feminine name meaning distinctive, unprecedented, wonderful, or unique.”→︎27Bahiya“Radiant, beautiful, and full of inner light”→︎28Baraka“A blessing, expressing gratitude for the happiness and good fortune a child brings.”→︎29Barke“Blessing and good fortune for the family.”→︎30Basma“A radiant smile and a source of happiness”→︎31Bator“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”→︎32Bernadette“French feminine form of Bernard, ultimately meaning “brave bear” or “strong as a bear.””→︎33Bigue“A cherished girl whose arrival was eagerly awaited”→︎34Bilqis“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”→︎35Bineta“A blessed and virtuous woman”→︎36Binta“Daughter; from Arabic bint.”→︎37Bintou“Daughter; a West African/Senegalese form derived from Arabic bint.”→︎38Bouchra“The glad news and happiness brought by a long-awaited child.”→︎39Boury“A Senegalese feminine given name; no secure older etymology is available.”→︎40Codou“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”→︎41Coumba“A classic traditional woman’s name, often paired with Samba”→︎42Daba“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”→︎43Dado“A Senegalese feminine name, often used affectionately; no secure literal etymology is established.”→︎44Diaratou“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”→︎45Dibeer“Sunday; used as a day-of-birth name.”→︎46Dieynaba“A woman of faith and devotion”→︎47Diongoma“Wolof jongoma/diongoma: a young woman or maiden, often with the connotation of a beautiful young woman.”→︎48Dior“A traditional name from older Wolof-speaking families, now less often given”→︎49Doudou“Beloved, dear, or sweetheart; an affectionate name or pet name used for either sex.”→︎50Dounya“The world; earthly life.”→︎51Fadila“A virtuous and admirable woman”→︎52Fadima“A Senegalese form of Fatima/Fāṭimah, traditionally understood as “one who weans” or “one who abstains.””→︎53Fadimatou“A West African/Senegalese form of Fatima/Fāṭimah: “one who weans” or “one who abstains.””→︎54Faiza“A successful woman who achieves great things”→︎55Fama“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”→︎56Fanta“A joyful and prosperous woman”→︎57Farah“Joy and happiness—the delight this child brings into the home.”→︎58Fatiha““The Opening,” the title of the first chapter of the Quran.”→︎59Fatima“One who weans; traditionally also interpreted as one who abstains.”→︎60Fatou“A cherished form of Fatimah, the revered daughter of the Prophet Muhammad”→︎61Fatoumata“A form of Fatimah, honoring the revered daughter of the Prophet Muhammad”→︎62Fawzia“A girl destined for success and victory”→︎63Fily“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”→︎64Firdaous“Paradise; the highest garden of Paradise.”→︎65Firdaws“Paradise; the highest garden of Paradise.”→︎66Gaawu“Born on a Saturday”→︎67Habiba“Beloved; dearly loved.”→︎68Habibata“Beloved; dearly loved.”→︎69Haby“A common Senegalese feminine short form of Habiba/Habibata; “beloved.””→︎70Hadiatou“Gift; present.”→︎71Hadiya“Gift; present. A differently vocalized Arabic form can also mean “female guide.””→︎72Hafsa“Young lioness; little lioness.”→︎73Hajar“Arabic form of Hagar; also the Arabic word for “stone.””→︎74Hakima“A wise and discerning woman”→︎75Halima“A gentle and patient woman”→︎76Hanan“Tenderness, affection, and compassion”→︎77Hanifa“Steadfast, sincere, and devoted to what is right”→︎78Hawa“Eve, the first woman and mother of humanity”→︎79Hindou“A Francophone West African form of Arabic Hind, traditionally “one hundred camels.””→︎80Ibtisam“A warm, joyful smile”→︎81Ikhlas“Sincerity and devotion in faith, with a pure and wholehearted spirit”→︎82Ikram“Honor, generosity, hospitality”→︎83Ilham“Divine inspiration and a gift of insight”→︎84Imane“Faith—a steady foundation for a hopeful life”→︎85Inaya“Care, protection, and loving concern”→︎86Isra“Night journey, especially the Prophet Muhammad’s Night Journey.”→︎87Jalila“Noble, glorious, and deeply honored”→︎88Jamila“Beautiful in appearance, spirit, and character”→︎89Jumana“A precious little pearl, treasured by the family”→︎90Juwairiya“A cherished name linked with a respected woman of early Islam”→︎91Karima“A generous and noble woman”→︎92Kawthar“The abundance and goodness of life”→︎93Kersa“A gentle virtue-name associated with good character, respect, and honorable conduct.”→︎94Khadija“Khadijah, the respected first wife of the Prophet Muhammad”→︎95Khadra“Arabic feminine name meaning “green,” “verdant,” or “the green one.””→︎96Khady“A virtuous and respected woman”→︎97Khaira“A woman who brings goodness, generosity, and blessing”→︎98Kine“A warm, old-fashioned name still remembered among Wolof grandmothers”→︎99Korka“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”→︎100Kumba“A girl born as one of a set of twins”→︎101Laila“Night; poetic and serene as the night”→︎102Lalla“A female name and Arabic/Maghrebi honorific meaning “lady” or “madam.””→︎103Lamia“Arabic female name whose interpretation depends on the Arabic spelling: it may mean “shining/radiant” (Lami'a), while a related form can mean “dark-lipped,” a classical beauty epithet.”→︎104Lingeer“A regal name for a girl, associated with queenship, grace, and high standing.”→︎105Louise“French feminine form of Louis, ultimately meaning “famous warrior.””→︎106Lubna“Arabic female name meaning the storax tree (a fragrant tree); it may also evoke its resin or fragrance.”→︎107Maimouna“Blessed, fortunate, and surrounded by goodness”→︎108Malak“Angel.”→︎109Malika“Queen; female ruler.”→︎110Mame“A beloved elder or grandparent, and by extension a name that honors family memory and ancestors.”→︎111Maram“Wish, desire, aim, or aspiration.”→︎112Mareme“A classic Wolof-Senegalese woman’s name, gentle and dignified”→︎113Mariama“Mary, a revered woman known for faith and devotion to God”→︎114Marietou“A Senegalese feminine form or diminutive based on Marie/Mariam; it has no separately established literal meaning.”→︎115Marwa“A sacred hill in Mecca; also “flint stone” in Arabic.”→︎116Maryam“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”→︎117Mbarka“Blessed, carrying blessing and good fortune”→︎118Mbathio“A traditional Wolof feminine name; its older etymology is not securely documented”→︎119Mbayang“A woman whose presence brings joy and honor”→︎120Mbissine“A documented Senegalese feminine name; no securely established literal meaning is available.”→︎121Meryem“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”→︎122Mouna“Wishes, hopes, or desires.”→︎123Munira“Radiant and full of light”→︎124Nabou“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”→︎125Nada“Dew, and the refreshing generosity it represents”→︎126Nadira“Rare, precious, and wonderfully exceptional”→︎127Nafi“A precious and worthy woman”→︎128Nafissatou“Precious, cherished, and exquisite”→︎129Naima“Peaceful, gentle, and blessed with well-being”→︎130Najah“Success, achievement, and the fulfillment of hopes”→︎131Najat“Safety, deliverance, and freedom from harm”→︎132Nasra“A girl whose life brings help and victory”→︎133Nassima“Breeze, especially a gentle or fresh breeze; Arabic-derived name used in Senegal.”→︎134Nassira“Female helper, supporter, or defender; Arabic-derived name used in Senegal.”→︎135Nawal“Gift, bestowal, or benefit; Arabic-derived name used in Senegal.”→︎136Ndack“Traditional Senegalese/Wolof feminine personal name; a reliable literal translation is not established.”→︎137Ndate“A rare historical Wolof name remembered through notable women of Senegal”→︎138Ndate Yalla“A historic royal name honoring one of the most renowned queens of Waalo.”→︎139Ndella“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”→︎140Ndeye“A traditional first-born daughter’s name, warmly associated with the beginning of a family’s next generation.”→︎141Ndiaré“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”→︎142Ndiatou“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”→︎143Ndieumbeut“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”→︎144Ndioro“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”→︎145Ndiouma“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”→︎146Nene“A gentle, cherished family name traditionally associated with affection and tenderness”→︎147Ngone“A traditional second-born daughter’s name, celebrating her place in the growing family.”→︎148Nguenar“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”→︎149Nogaay“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”→︎150Noura“Light, illumination, radiance; Arabic-derived name used in Senegal.”→︎151Oumou“A Senegalese form associated with Umm Kulthum, a respected early Muslim woman”→︎152Penda“A traditional third-born daughter’s name, honoring her place among the family’s children and descendants.”→︎153Raby“Usually a Senegalese short form related to Rabia/Rabiatou, from Arabic Rabiʿa, “fourth” (feminine).”→︎154Rafetou“Beautiful and lovely”→︎155Rafiatou“From Arabic Rafiʿa/Rāfiʿatu, meaning “elevated,” “exalted,” or “high-ranking.””→︎156Rahma“Mercy and compassion from God”→︎157Rahmatou“From Arabic rahma, meaning “mercy” or “compassion.””→︎158Raja“Hope and the expectation of good things to come”→︎159Rama“A Senegalese short form, often of Ramatoulaye/Rahmatullah-related names; it does not have a securely established independent meaning of “happiness” or “delight.””→︎160Ramatoulaye“Mercy, compassion, and divine kindness”→︎161Rania“Arabic Rāniya, “one who gazes intently” or “contemplative.””→︎162Rashida“A wise woman who chooses the right path”→︎163Rokhaya“A woman of dignity and spiritual beauty”→︎164Rokia“Arabic-origin form of Ruqayya; commonly explained as “rising” or “ascending.””→︎165Roukaya“Variant of Ruqayya, generally explained as “rising” or “ascending.””→︎166Sabira“A patient and steadfast woman”→︎167Safietou“Pure and sincere; the name of a respected wife of the Prophet”→︎168Safiya“Arabic Ṣafiyya: “pure,” “chosen,” or “sincere/intimate friend.””→︎169Saida“A happy and fortunate girl whose presence brings delight.”→︎170Sakina“A calm and peaceful presence”→︎171Saliha“A good-hearted and upright woman”→︎172Salima“A peaceful and secure woman”→︎173Salimata“Peaceful, safe, and whole”→︎174Salma“Arabic Salmā: “safe,” “sound,” or “unharmed”; by association, peaceful.”→︎175Saly“A female name used in Senegal, often treated as a local form of Sally or as a shortened form of Salimata; no established meaning of “grace and affection.””→︎176Samia“Elevated, noble, and admirable”→︎177Samira“A warm and delightful companion”→︎178Sara“A widely used Arabic/Hebrew female name meaning “princess” or “lady.””→︎179Serigne“A religious guide, teacher, or respected elder”→︎180Seynabou“A woman of faith and goodness”→︎181Shams“Arabic Shams: “sun.””→︎182Siga“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”→︎183Sira“A female name used in Senegal; it may be associated with Arabic sira/sirah, “life, conduct, account, or biography,” rather than “grace and dignity.””→︎184Soda“A Senegalese female name, often treated as a local form related to Arabic Saada/Sa‘ada, “happiness” or “good fortune.””→︎185Sokhna“Lady or noble woman, often used as a respectful religious name”→︎186Sophie“Greek-derived via French, meaning “wisdom.” It is used in Senegal but is not a Wolof-origin name.”→︎187Souad“Happiness, joy, and good fortune”→︎188Soukeyna“A Senegalese form of Arabic Sukayna/Sukaynah, associated with calmness, tranquility, and peace.”→︎189Sumaya“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”→︎190Tabara“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”→︎191Tacko“A traditional Senegalese, especially Wolof, female given name; no standard literal translation is securely established.”→︎192Talaata“Born on a Tuesday”→︎193Tasnim“A heavenly spring and a source of spiritual refreshment”→︎194Tening“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”→︎195Thioro“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”→︎196Warda“A fragrant rose and a symbol of beauty”→︎197Wassila“Arabic wāṣila: “connection,” “means of approach,” or “one who joins/connects.””→︎198Wiam“Harmony, affection, and peaceful companionship”→︎199Yacine“A Qur'anic name expressing closeness to the sacred scripture”→︎200Yama“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”→︎201Yande““Beloved” or “loved one.””→︎202Yasmina“A girl with the grace and fragrance of jasmine”→︎203Yasmine“Jasmine flower”→︎204Yaye“A loving motherly presence”→︎205Yeurmande“Wolof yërmande: “mercy,” “compassion,” or “pity.””→︎206Yusra“Ease, facility, comfort, or prosperity.”→︎207Zahira“Bright, radiant, or shining; depending on the Arabic spelling, also “manifest/evident.””→︎208Zahra“Radiant, shining, and flower-like in beauty”→︎209Zaina“Beauty, adornment, or one who is beautiful/adorned.”→︎210Zakia“Pure, virtuous, innocent, or intelligent.”→︎211Zeinab“Zaynab, a cherished name associated with respected women in early Islam”→︎212Zohra“Radiant, bright, flower-like; also a traditional Arabic name for Venus.”→︎213Zoubida“The choicest, finest, or best part; figuratively, an exceptional woman.”→︎214Zubaida“The choicest, finest, or best part; figuratively, an exceptional woman.”→︎215Zuleikha“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”→︎