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Sokhna

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Pronounced SOKH-nah /ˈsɔx.nɑ/Medium

Meaning: From Wolof (Senegalese) sokhna, 'a lady; a respected, pious, or holy woman' — an honorific titleLow

In 30 seconds: A respected lady: Sokhna is Wolof for 'a lady; a holy woman'. Dignified, warm, and honored (said 'SOKH-nah').

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Origin MediumWolof

MeaningFrom Wolof (Senegalese) sokhna, 'a lady; a respected, pious, or holy woman' — an honorific title

U.S. rank (2025)#5886 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births21 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 317

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

Sokhna comes from Wolof (Senegalese), 'a lady; a respected, pious, or holy woman' — an honorific title of dignity and devotion, much used in Senegal's Sufi (Mouride and Tijani) communities (often honoring a revered woman). A dignified, warm name (said 'SOKH-nah', the 'kh' a soft throaty sound).

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

Did you know? Sokhna means 'a lady; a respected, pious or holy woman' in Wolof (Senegal) — an honorific title, often given in devout Sufi (Mouride) families — a dignified, warm name (said 'SOKH-nah', with a soft throaty 'kh').

Overall data confidence 62%

Wolof references — sokhna — honorific title

Variations

Sokhná

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Sokhna mean?

Sokhna is Wolof for 'a lady; a respected, pious or holy woman' — an honorific.

How do you pronounce Sokhna?

It's said SOKH-nah /ˈsɔx.nɑ/ — two syllables, stress on the first (the 'kh' is a soft throaty sound).

Is Sokhna a boy or girl name?

Sokhna is a girl's name.

How popular is Sokhna?

Sokhna is a rare name in the U.S.