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Serigne Pronunciation

Serigne is pronounced sə-REEN /səˈrin/Medium

Meaning: From Wolof serigne, 'a religious leader, marabout, master' — an honorific given as a nameMedium

In 30 seconds: A title of honor: Serigne is Wolof for 'a religious leader, master' — a revered honorific given as a name. Dignified, devout, and proud.

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Origin MediumWolof

MeaningFrom Wolof serigne, 'a religious leader, marabout, master' — an honorific given as a name

U.S. rank (2024)#4288 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births25 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 242

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Serigne comes from Wolof serigne, 'a religious leader, marabout, master' — an honorific (notably in Senegal's Mouride Sufi tradition) given as a personal name. A dignified, devout name.

In the U.S. it appears in Senegalese families. Rare, a-religious-leader at the root, and dignified.

Did you know? Serigne is a Wolof honorific for a marabout or religious leader (as in the Mouride Sufi tradition of Senegal) — given as a name, it carries deep respect.

Overall data confidence 75%

Wolof references — serigne — etymology

Variations

SerignSerigна

Nicknames

Seri

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Cheikh— a companion honorific name

Ibrahima— a fellow West African name

Carmine— echoes that soft -ne sound

Tyrone— shares the -ne ending

Jermaine— shares the -ne ending

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Serigne?

Serigne is pronounced sə-REEN (/səˈrin/). Press play above to hear Serigne said aloud.

How do you say Serigne?

Serigne is said sə-REEN (/səˈrin/). Press play above to hear Serigne said aloud.

What does the name Serigne mean?

Serigne is Wolof for 'a religious leader, marabout, master' — an honorific given as a name.

Is Serigne a boy or girl name?

Serigne is a boy's name.

How popular is Serigne?

Serigne is a rare name in the U.S.