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Seynabou

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Pronounced say-nah-BOO /ˌseɪ.nɑːˈbuː/Medium

Meaning: A Senegalese/Wolof form of the Arabic Zaynab — the name of a daughter of the Prophet Muhammad; Zaynab is also a fragrant flowering plant. Noted respectfully.Low

In 30 seconds: A Senegalese name: Seynabou is a form of Zaynab (said 'say-nah-BOO'). Carried with respect for its heritage.
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Origin MediumWolof, Arabic
MeaningA Senegalese/Wolof form of the Arabic Zaynab — the name of a daughter of the Prophet Muhammad; Zaynab is also a fragrant flowering plant. Noted respectfully.
U.S. rank (2023)#11028 ↗ Rising
2023 U.S. births9 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2003
Total births (all-time)≈ 189

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200319992023

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Seynabou is a Senegalese/Wolof form of the Arabic Zaynab, borne by a daughter of the Prophet Muhammad (and the name of a fragrant plant). It is common in Senegal and noted respectfully — rare in the U.S. (said 'say-nah-BOO').

In the U.S. it appears rarely, mostly in West African families. Rare, dignified, and heritage-rich.

Did you know? Seynabou is a Senegalese/Wolof form of the Arabic Zaynab — the name of a daughter of the Prophet Muhammad — noted respectfully (said 'say-nah-BOO').
Overall data confidence 42%
References — Seynabou — Senegalese/Wolof form of Zaynab; noted respectfully

Variations

ZaynabSokhnaSeynaba

Nicknames

SeynaBou

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Seynabou mean?

Seynabou is a Senegalese/Wolof form of the Arabic Zaynab, the name of a daughter of the Prophet Muhammad.

How do you pronounce Seynabou?

It's said say-nah-BOO /ˌseɪ.nɑːˈbuː/ — three syllables, stress on the third.

Is Seynabou a boy or girl name?

Seynabou is a girl's name.

How popular is Seynabou?

Seynabou is rare in the U.S.

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