Rising since 1995, #4,396 for boys today.
Popularity of Serigne since 1995
Babies named Serigne per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 20 |
| 2000s | 73 |
| 2010s | 88 |
| 2020s | 85 |
Meaning & origin
Serigne is a distinctly West African name that entered U.S. records in 1995 and has been steadily rising ever since. It ranked 4,396 in 2025, a major jump from its early years, with a peak in 2024. The name's popularity is concentrated in New York, reflecting Senegalese diaspora communities. As a title meaning 'religious leader' in Wolof, Serigne carries strong cultural and spiritual weight, though in naming contexts it is used more as an honorific first name than a literal claim to leadership. Its trajectory since 1995 shows a gradual but persistent adoption, with 2024 marking its highest rank yet. For families seeking a name that honors West African Islamic heritage, Serigne offers a distinctive and meaningful choice.
Serigne is derived from the Wolof title used for Islamic religious leaders, akin to 'sheikh' in Arabic. It is a common honorific in Senegal, often given as a first name to signify piety and leadership. The name has been in use in the United States since at least 1995, largely among families of Senegalese and West African heritage.
Where Serigne is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Serigne” around the world
Where Serigne lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
30
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Seri, Sere
Sibling names for Serigne
Names that share Serigne's style, for a brother or sister.
