Serigne
Meaningreligious master · Wolof
Serigne is an African boy name meaning “religious master”, with Wolof roots. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds soft and friendly, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
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- GenerationSerigne is having its moment right now. Most Serignes are still in diapers or at preschool, so picture a Gen Alpha or Gen Beta kid.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Serigne would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 74,074 baby boys got the name in 2025.
- HistorySerigne first shows up in US birth records in 1995, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 30 years since.
US births per million boys, 1995–2025
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Serigne
Serigne is a boy name of African origin meaning “religious master”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the open vowel at the end makes it sound soft and warm. It's a fresh, modern name that only arrived in US birth records in recent decades and is still gaining fans. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:African names
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- Unisex name: Cairo · the victorious
- Unisex name: Asa · healer
- Unisex name: Zaire · river
- Boy name: Omari · long-lived
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- Boy name: Jabari · brave, fearless
- Boy name: Paulo · small
- Unisex name: Amani · peace
Questions about the name Serigne
What does the name Serigne mean?
Serigne means “religious master” and comes from Wolof.
What is the origin of the name Serigne?
Serigne is African in origin, and its meaning traces back to Wolof. Other African names to consider are Cairo (“the victorious”), Asa (“healer”), Zaire (“river”) and Omari (“long-lived”).
Is Serigne a boy or girl name?
Serigne is a boy name. In 2025, 23 US boys were named Serigne.
How popular is the name Serigne?
Serigne ranked #4,396 for US boys in 2025, given to 23 babies. Its best year was 2024, when it reached #4,200. Over the last five years it has climbed 3,671 places.
What should I know before naming my baby Serigne?
Serigne is an African boy name meaning “religious master”, with Wolof roots. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds soft and friendly, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.