Wolof boy names.
279 names — open any of them for its meaning, sound and story.
Abbas“Stern or frowning; Abbas is also an Arabic name associated with a lion.”/ab-BAS/maleAbdallah“Servant of God”/ab-DAL-lah/maleAbdelaziz“Servant of the Mighty or Powerful One (al-Aziz).”/ab-del-ah-ZEEZ/maleAbdelbasit“Servant of the Opener or Expander (al-Basit).”/ab-del-BAH-sit/maleAbdelghani“Servant of the Self-Sufficient or All-Rich One (al-Ghaniyy).”/ab-del-GHAH-nee/maleAbdelhamid“Servant of the Praiseworthy”/ab-del-ha-MEED/maleAbdelkader“Servant of the All-Powerful”/ab-del-KAH-der/maleAbdelmalik“Servant of the King, expressing devotion and dignified character”/ab-del-MA-leek/maleAbdelmounim“Servant of the Bestower of Blessings, a warm wish for a life filled with grace”/ab-del-MOO-neem/maleAbdelwahab“Servant of the Great Bestower (al-Wahhab).”/ab-del-wa-HAB/maleAbderrahim“A devoted servant of the Most Merciful”/ab-deh-rah-HEEM/maleAbderrazak“Servant of the Provider or Sustainer (al-Razzaq).”/ab-der-ra-ZAK/maleAbdesselam“Servant of Peace (al-Salam).”/ab-des-seh-LAM/maleAbdou“Servant of God”/ab-DOO/maleAbdoulaye“Servant of God”/ab-doo-LIE/maleAbdramane“Servant of the Most Merciful”/ab-drah-MAHN/maleAdama“A West African form of Adam, associated with “human being” or “humanity.””/ah-DAH-mah/anyAdil“A fair-minded and just person”/ah-DEEL/maleAdnan“An Arabic ancestral name, traditionally linked to Adnan, the forefather of the northern Arabs and often placed in the line of Ishmael.”/AD-nan/maleAhmadou“Most praiseworthy; a name honoring the Prophet Muhammad”/ah-mah-DOO/maleAjjuma“Born on a Friday”/aj-JOO-ma/anyAkram“The most generous and noble-hearted”/AK-ram/maleAlassane“Handsome; good (from Arabic al-Hasan).”/ah-lah-SAHN/maleAlboury“A historic royal name associated with sovereignty, courage, and resistance.”/al-BOO-ree/maleAli“Noble, exalted”/AH-lee/maleAlioune“Noble and exalted”/ah-lee-OON/maleAllarba“Born on a Wednesday”/al-LAR-ba/anyAlmamy“Imam; religious leader. The name is derived from Arabic al-imam and has long-standing West African use.”/al-MAH-mee/maleAltine“Born on a Monday”/al-TEEN/anyAlxamis“Born on a Thursday”/al-kha-MEES/anyAly“Noble and exalted”/AH-lee/maleAmadou“Most praiseworthy; a name honoring the Prophet Muhammad”/ah-mah-DOO/maleAmar“Long-lived; flourishing; a builder or cultivator (Arabic Ammar/ʿAmmar).”/ah-MAR/maleAmara“Building, cultivation, or flourishing (Arabic ʿAmara/Amara).”/ah-MAH-rah/maleAmath“Most praised; most commendable (a Senegalese rendering of Ahmad).”/ah-MAHT/maleAmeth“Most praiseworthy”/ah-MET/maleAmin“A trustworthy and faithful person”/ah-MEEN/maleAnas“A warm-hearted companion and friend”/AH-nas/maleAnouar“More luminous; brighter; most radiant (Arabic Anwar).”/an-WAR/maleAnsoumana“A West African form of Uthman/Osman, the name of the third caliph; the classical Arabic name is traditionally associated with a young bustard bird.”/an-soo-MAH-na/maleAnwar“More luminous; brighter; most radiant.”/an-WAR/maleArafat“A name associated with the sacred plain of Arafat and the pilgrimage to Mecca”/A-ra-fat/maleArona“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/ah-ROH-nah/maleAshraf“Most honorable and noble”/ASH-raf/maleAssane“A man of good character and courage”/ah-SAHN/maleAyman“Blessed, fortunate, and held under a good sign”/AY-man/maleAymane“Blessed and fortunate”/AY-man/maleAymen“Blessed, fortunate, and auspicious—a joyful wish for good fortune in life.”/EYE-men/maleAyyash“Arabic male name meaning one who lives well, enjoys life, or is long-lived/lively.”/ay-YASH/maleAyyoub“A patient and steadfast prophet, associated with enduring faith”/EYE-yoob/maleAziz“Precious, honored, and beloved”/ah-ZEEZ/maleBabacar“A man of integrity and honor”/bah-bah-KAR/maleBachir“A child whose arrival is joyful news for everyone.”/bah-SHEER/maleBadr“A luminous name wishing a child the beauty and radiance of a full moon.”/BADR/maleBalla“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/BAH-lah/maleBamba“A beloved and spiritually respected man”/BAHM-bah/maleBara“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/BAH-ra/maleBaraka“A blessing, expressing gratitude for the happiness and good fortune a child brings.”/bah-RAH-kah/anyBarke“Blessing and good fortune for the family.”/BAR-keh/anyBasim“Smiling and cheerful—a child who brings happiness”/BAH-sim/maleBassirou“A perceptive and insightful person”/bah-see-ROO/maleBayal“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/bah-YAHL/maleBaye“Fatherly, respected elder”/BAH-yeh/maleBecaye“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/beh-KAI/maleBilal“Refreshing; associated with the first muezzin of Islam”/bee-LAHL/maleBiram“A venerable family name used for generations in Wolof-speaking Senegal”/bee-RAHM/maleBirame“A man of faith and distinction”/bee-RAHM/maleBocar“Senegalese form of Abu Bakr, an Arabic name meaning “father of a young camel.””/BOH-kar/maleBoubacar“West African form of Abu Bakr, an Arabic name meaning “father of a young camel.””/boo-bah-KAHR/maleBouna“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/BOO-na/maleBounama“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/boo-NAH-mah/maleBurhan“Arabic burhan: “clear proof,” “evidence,” or “demonstration.””/boor-HAAN/maleCheikh“A respected religious scholar or elder”/SHAYKH/maleCherif“Arabic sharif: noble, honored; traditionally, a descendant of the Prophet Muhammad.”/sheh-REEF/maleDame“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/DAH-meh/maleDamel“Wolof title for the ruler or king of Cayor; also used as a modern masculine given name.”/da-MEL/maleDaouda“David, a revered prophet in the Abrahamic tradition”/dow-DAH/maleDemba“A traditional name for a second-born son, honoring the family order and the bonds between siblings.”/DEM-bah/maleDibeer“Sunday; used as a day-of-birth name.”/dee-BAYR/anyDiery“From Wolof dëkk-dëkk/jeeri (diéry): dry inland country or sandy upland, contrasted with the floodplain.”/jee-eh-ree/maleDiomaye“Commonly understood in Wolof usage as connected with dignity, honor, or self-respect.”/joh-MY/maleDjibril“Arabic Jibril: Gabriel; ultimately “God is my strength.””/jee-BREEL/maleDoudou“Beloved, dear, or sweetheart; an affectionate name or pet name used for either sex.”/DOO-doo/anyEl Hadji“A pilgrim honored for devotion”/el HAD-jee/maleElimane“Imam; a Muslim religious leader or prayer leader.”/eh-lee-MAHN/maleFadel“Bounty, favor, grace; also excellent or virtuous.”/FAH-del/maleFaisal“Decisive judge; one who distinguishes or separates truth from falsehood.”/FAY-sal/maleFallou“A common Senegalese male name, often associated with Arabic faḍl, “bounty” or “favor.””/FAH-loo/maleFara“A traditional Senegalese male given name; no securely established lexical Wolof gloss should be assigned.”/FAH-ra/maleFarba“A dignified name linked with rank, public honor, and leadership.”/FAR-ba/maleFarhan“A joyful child who fills the family with happiness.”/far-HAHN/maleFarouk“One who distinguishes truth from falsehood; a decisive judge.”/fa-ROOK/maleFawzi“Successful and victorious in life”/FAW-zee/maleFode“Religious scholar, jurist, or Islamic teacher.”/FOH-deh/maleFouad“The heart, symbolizing inner feeling and courage”/foo-AAD/maleGaawu“Born on a Saturday”/GAA-woo/anyGallo“A Senegalese male given name (also found in other West African communities); no dependable Wolof lexical meaning is established.”/GAH-loh/maleGana“A venerable traditional name from older Wolof generations”/GAH-nah/maleGhalib“One who meets challenges with courage and prevails”/GHAH-lib/maleGora“A Senegalese, especially Wolof, male given name; no certain lexical meaning should be assigned.”/GOH-ra/maleGorgui“A traditional third-born son’s name, carrying the warmth of family continuity and inherited belonging.”/GOR-gwee/maleHabib“Beloved and dearly cherished”/hah-BEEB/maleHachim“Arabic Hashim: one who breaks or crushes, traditionally explained as one who breaks bread for others.”/ha-SHEEM/maleHakim“A wise and discerning person”/hah-KEEM/maleHalim“A gentle person who responds with patience”/hah-LEEM/maleHamid“Praiseworthy and deserving of appreciation”/ha-MEED/maleHamza“Strong-hearted and brave”/HAM-zah/maleHarouna“Arabic form of Aaron (Harun).”/ha-ROO-na/maleHassan“Handsome, good, virtuous”/has-SAN/maleHussein“Good and beautiful; little handsome one”/hoo-SAYN/maleHuzayfa“Little sheep; an established Arabic Muslim personal name.”/hoo-ZAY-fa/maleIbrahima“Abraham, a model of faith and devotion to God”/ee-brah-HEE-mah/maleIdrissa“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/ee-DREE-sa/maleIhsan“Excellence, beneficence, or doing what is beautiful/good.”/ih-SAN/maleIlyas“Arabic form of Elijah and the name of a Qur’anic prophet.”/il-YAHS/maleImad“A strong support and guiding pillar”/ee-MAAD/maleIshaq“A joyful name traditionally connected with laughter”/ish-HAHK/maleIslam“Submission or surrender to God; the name of the Islamic faith.”/is-LAM/maleIsmaila“Ishmael, a prophet whose name expresses that God hears”/ees-mah-EE-lah/maleIssa“Jesus; a name associated with compassion and devotion”/EES-sa/maleIyad“A strong support and dependable presence”/ee-YAD/maleJabir“A compassionate person who brings comfort and healing”/JAH-bir/maleJafar“Stream, rivulet, or small river.”/JAF-ar/maleJamal“Beauty and grace”/ja-MAHL/maleJambaar“A spirited name for a brave child who will earn respect through courage.”/jam-BAAR/maleJambar“A courageous warrior who stands firm and protects others”/jahm-BAHR/maleJibril“Gabriel, the angelic messenger”/jib-REEL/maleJunaid“A young warrior or little army—evoking courage and steadfastness”/joo-NAYD/maleKadir“Capable, strong, and equal to life’s challenges”/kah-DEER/maleKarim“Generous, noble, and kind-hearted”/kah-REEM/maleKersa“A gentle virtue-name associated with good character, respect, and honorable conduct.”/KER-sa/anyKhadim“A devoted servant, especially a servant of God”/khah-DEEM/maleKhadimou“Servant of the Messenger, expressing deep religious devotion”/khah-dee-MOO/maleKhaled“Everlasting and enduring”/KHAH-led/maleKhalifa“A successor entrusted with responsibility and leadership”/kah-LEE-fah/maleKhalil“A cherished friend and loyal companion”/khah-LEEL/maleKocc“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/kotsch/maleLamine“A gentle and devoted man”/lah-MEEN/maleLansana“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/lan-SAH-nah/maleLat“A dignified traditional name, especially familiar from older Senegalese generations”/LAHT/maleLat Dior“A historic name linked with one of Senegal’s most celebrated kings and with steadfast leadership.”/lat JOR/maleLuqman“A name associated with wisdom and sound judgment”/LOOK-mahn/maleLutfi“Gentle, kind, and gracious in character”/LOOT-fee/maleMaba“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/MA-ba/maleMadi“Often understood as “rightly guided.””/MAH-dee/maleMadiop“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/mah-JOP/maleMadior“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/mah-DYOR/maleMagatte“A respected old-fashioned Senegalese name found among Wolof families”/ma-GAT/maleMahdi“Rightly guided and on a good path”/MAHD-ee/maleMahfouz“Protected and preserved—a tender wish for a child watched over throughout life.”/mah-FOOZ/maleMahir“Gifted, capable, and accomplished”/MAH-hir/maleMahmoud“Praiseworthy; praised.”/mah-MOOD/maleMakane“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/ma-KAN/maleMakhtar“Chosen for a special and honored path”/makh-TAR/maleMalang“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/ma-LANG/maleMalick“King; a traditional Islamic name expressing honor and dignity before God”/mah-LEEK/maleMamadou“Praised and worthy of praise; a name honoring the Prophet Muhammad”/mah-mah-DOO/maleMame“A beloved elder or grandparent, and by extension a name that honors family memory and ancestors.”/MAHM/anyMamour“Prosperous, flourishing, and blessed with well-being”/mah-MOOR/maleMansour“Victorious and destined to overcome life’s challenges”/man-SOOR/maleMaodo“A great elder or honored leader”/MAH-oh-doh/maleMarouf“A person known for kindness, generosity, and good conduct”/ma-ROOF/maleMassamba“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/ma-SAM-ba/maleMatar“A classic devotional name long used by Wolof-speaking families”/ma-TAHR/maleMawdo“A great and respected elder”/MAW-doh/maleMbacke“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/m-BAK-keh/maleMbaye“A devoted and respected man”/m-BYE/maleMedoune“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/meh-DOON/maleModou“Praised and worthy of praise; a shortened Senegalese form of Mamadou”/MOH-doo/maleMody“Senegalese form of Muhammad; “praised” or “praiseworthy.””/MOH-dee/maleMohamed“Praised; praiseworthy.”/moh-HAH-med/maleMor“A traditional fourth-born son’s name, marking another welcomed branch of the family line.”/MOR/maleMouaz“Protected; safeguarded.”/moo-AHZ/maleMoubarack“Blessed—a child whose life is surrounded by good fortune”/moo-bah-RAHK/maleMoubarak“Blessed and favored with goodness”/moo-bah-RAHK/maleMouhamadou“Praised and worthy of praise; a name honoring the Prophet Muhammad”/moo-hah-mah-DOO/maleMoulaye“My lord or master”/moo-LAI/maleMoussa“Moses, a prophet remembered for courage and faith in God”/MOO-sah/maleMoustapha“A chosen and honored person”/moos-TAH-fah/maleMuadh“Protected; safeguarded.”/MOO-adh/maleMubarak“A blessed child whose arrival brings happiness to the family.”/moo-BAH-rak/maleMunir“Radiant, illuminating, and full of light”/moo-NEER/maleNabil“Noble, honorable, and distinguished”/nah-BEEL/maleNadir“Rare; uncommon; exceptional.”/NA-deer/maleNajib“Noble, distinguished, of good lineage.”/na-JEEB/maleNasir“A strong supporter who helps others triumph”/NAH-seer/maleNasr“Victory; Arabic-derived Muslim name also used in Senegal.”/NASR/maleNasser“Helper, supporter, defender; Arabic-derived Muslim name used in Senegal.”/NAS-ser/maleNdiadiane“A rare heritage name recalling royal lineage and leadership.”/n-ja-DYA-ne/maleNdiaga“A longstanding Wolof given name, warmly associated with an honored family elder”/NJA-gah/maleNdiasse“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/NJAHS/maleNdiogou“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/NJOH-goo/maleNdiouga“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/NJOO-gah/maleNdongo“Student, pupil, learner, or disciple.”/n-DONG-go/maleNgor“A noble name for a child whose life is hoped to bring respect and honor.”/ngor/maleNjaajaan“A historic Wolof royal name associated with the founder of the Jolof Empire”/njaa-JAAN/maleNourou“Light, brightness, and hope”/noo-ROO/maleNuh“Quranic Arabic form of Noah, the prophet.”/NOOH/maleNuman“Arabic male proper name; its etymology is variously linked to red/blood or the anemone, not “good judgment.””/NOO-man/maleOsman“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/OHS-mahn/maleOumar“Flourishing and long-lived; the name of a revered companion of the Prophet”/oo-MAR/maleOusmane“Uthman, the name of a revered companion and caliph of the Prophet”/oos-MAHN/maleOusseynou“A form of Husayn, conveying beauty and goodness”/oo-SAY-noo/malePape“A beloved and honored man”/PAHP/malePathe“A Senegalese form of al-Fatih/Fatiḥ, meaning “opener” or “conqueror.””/PAH-teh/maleRachad“Right guidance and sound judgment, a hopeful blessing for a thoughtful and purposeful life.”/rah-SHAHD/maleRacine“French “racine,” meaning “root.””/rah-SEEN/maleRafik“Arabic rafiq, “companion,” “friend,” or “comrade.””/rah-FEEK/maleRahim“Merciful and compassionate, reflecting one of God’s gracious qualities”/ra-HEEM/maleRashid“A wise person who chooses the right path”/rah-SHEED/maleRassoul“Messenger; an honored religious title”/rah-SOOL/maleRayan“Arabic Rayyan/Rayyān, “well-watered,” “lush,” or “full”; it is also the name of a gate of Paradise in Islamic tradition.”/RYE-ahn/maleRidwan“Arabic Riḍwān, meaning “contentment,” “satisfaction,” or “pleasure”; in Islam it is associated with God’s favor.”/rid-WAHN/maleRiyad“Gardens and flourishing green spaces”/ree-YAAD/maleSaad“Good fortune, happiness, and a life filled with blessing”/SAH-ad/maleSabir“A patient and steadfast person”/sah-BEER/maleSadio“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/SA-dee-oh/maleSaer“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/SAH-er/maleSafwan“Arabic Ṣafwān, commonly glossed as “pure/clear”; it also has a classical association with a smooth rock or stone.”/SAF-wan/maleSaid“A happy and fortunate child, received as a gift.”/sah-EED/maleSaif“A courageous defender with a strong and steadfast spirit”/SAYF/maleSalem“Arabic Sālim/Salem: “safe,” “sound,” “unharmed,” or “secure.””/SA-lem/maleSalif“Arabic-origin name meaning “one who came before,” “predecessor,” or “forebear.””/sah-LEEF/maleSalih“A good-hearted and upright person”/SAH-leeh/maleSalim“A peaceful and whole-hearted person”/sah-LEEM/maleSaliou“Righteous, virtuous, and good-hearted”/sah-LYOO/maleSalman“Arabic Salmān, generally associated with being safe, secure, or unharmed.”/SAL-man/maleSamba“A cherished traditional name for a first-born son, linking him to the family’s continuing line.”/SAM-bah/maleSamba Laobe“A historical Wolof royal personal name, notably borne by Samba Laobé Fall, the last Damel of Cayor; it has no established literal meaning of “noble lineage.””/SAM-ba la-O-beh/maleSerigne“A religious guide, teacher, or respected elder”/seh-REENY/anySeydina“Our honored master and respected leader”/say-DEE-nah/maleSeydou“A respected master or noble religious person”/SAY-doo/maleSeyni“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/SAY-nee/maleShams“Arabic Shams: “sun.””/shahms/anyShihab“Arabic Shihāb: “meteor,” “shooting star,” “flame,” or “firebrand.””/shee-HAB/maleShuayb“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/SHOO-ayb/maleSidi“A respectful title expressing honor and reverence”/SEE-dee/maleSidy“A West African form of Arabic Sidi, an honorific meaning “my lord” or “master.””/SIH-dee/maleSire“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/SEE-reh/maleSouleymane“A man devoted to faith and peace”/soo-lay-MAHN/maleSuhaib“Arabic Suhayb, traditionally understood as “reddish” or “reddish-haired”; it is also the name of a celebrated early Muslim companion.”/soo-HAYB/maleSuhayb“Arabic Suhayb, traditionally understood as “reddish” or “reddish-haired”; also the name of the Companion Suhayb al-Rumi.”/soo-HAYB/maleSultan“Arabic title and male name meaning “authority,” “power,” or “ruler.””/SOOL-tan/maleTafsir“Arabic tafsir, meaning “interpretation” or “Quranic exegesis.””/taf-SEER/maleTaha“An Arabic Quranic name formed from the isolated letters Ta-Ha; it has no securely established literal personal-name meaning.”/TA-ha/maleTahir“Pure-hearted and sincere”/TAH-hir/maleTalaata“Born on a Tuesday”/ta-LAA-ta/anyTalha“Arabic Talha/Talhah, the name of a kind of tree; it is also borne by the early Muslim companion Talha ibn Ubayd Allah.”/TAHL-ha/maleTalla“A traditional name borne by respected older men”/TAH-lah/maleTamim“Complete, whole, or fully formed—a lovely wish for a well-rounded life”/tah-MEEM/maleTamsir“A Senegalese male form related to Arabic tafsir, “interpretation” or “Quranic exegesis.””/tam-SEER/maleTarik“Arabic Tariq/Tarik, meaning “night visitor” or “one who comes by night”; in Quranic usage it is associated with a night star.”/TA-reek/maleThierno“A religious teacher or scholar, used as a cherished devotional name”/CHER-noh/maleThione“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/tyohn/maleTidiane“A man devoted to faith and spiritual service”/tee-dyah-N/maleTijani“A name honoring the Tijani spiritual tradition”/tee-JAH-nee/maleUsama“Lion—a strong and noble name with a long history in Arabic-speaking Muslim communities.”/oo-SAH-mah/maleUways“Arabic Uways/Oways, traditionally understood as “little wolf.””/OO-ways/maleWahab“From Arabic wahhāb: “bestower” or “generous giver”; often encountered in forms such as Abd al-Wahhab.”/wa-HAB/maleWalid“Arabic Walid: “newborn child” or “newly born.””/wah-LEED/maleWaly“A caring protector and guardian”/WAH-lee/maleWissam“Arabic wisām: “medal,” “decoration,” or “badge of distinction.””/wi-SAM/maleYacine“A Qur'anic name expressing closeness to the sacred scripture”/yah-SEEN/anyYassin“The name formed from the Qur’anic letters Ya-Sin; it is a widely used male Muslim name.”/yah-SEEN/maleYassir“Arabic Yāsir: “easy,” “at ease,” or “prosperous”; also understood as “one who makes things easy.””/YA-seer/maleYatma““Orphan,” related to Arabic yatīm and its Senegalese usage.”/YAT-mah/maleYerim“A traditional Wolof name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/YEH-rim/maleYoro“A respected and cherished man”/YOR-oh/maleYounes“A revered prophetic name, the Arabic form of Jonah”/YOO-ness/maleYoussouf“Arabic form of Joseph, the prophet Yusuf; ultimately from Hebrew, commonly understood as “God adds/increases.””/yoo-SOOF/maleYoussoupha“Joseph, a prophet remembered for patience, integrity, and trust in God”/yoo-SOO-fah/maleYusuf“Arabic form of Joseph; ultimately “God adds/increases.””/YOO-soof/maleZahir“Manifest, evident, or outward; with a different Arabic spelling, it can mean bright or radiant.”/ZAH-hir/maleZakaria“Zechariah, a prophet whose name celebrates God’s remembrance and care”/zah-kah-REE-yah/maleZayd“Growth, increase, abundance”/ZAYD/maleZiad“Increase, growth, and abundance”/zee-AAD/maleZinedine“Beauty or adornment of the faith/religion.”/zee-neh-DEEN/maleZiyad“Increase, growth, or abundance.”/zee-YAD/maleZubair“Strong, brave, or wise; the name is also strongly associated with the early Muslim companion al-Zubayr.”/zoo-BAYR/male