Declining since 2004, #13,208 for girls today.
Popularity of Seynabou since 1999
Babies named Seynabou per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 6 |
| 2000s | 81 |
| 2010s | 73 |
| 2020s | 35 |
Meaning & origin
Seynabou entered U.S. records in 1999 and reached its peak rank in 2003, though it has since declined in usage. With roughly 1 in 267,878 girls receiving this name in 2025, it remains a rare but culturally rich choice, especially among families with West African heritage. The name's trajectory has been falling since 2004, reflecting broader shifts away from less common names or generational changes in naming trends. Seynabou is a variant of Zaynab, a name with deep roots in Islamic tradition, and its use in the U.S. often honors family or cultural ties. While not tied to any specific top states, the name carries significance for those connected to Senegalese or Arabic-speaking communities.
Seynabou is a variant of the Arabic name Zaynab, which itself may derive from the Arabic word 'zayn' meaning 'beauty' or 'grace.' The name gained popularity in West Africa, particularly in Senegal and other Francophone countries, often given in honor of Zaynab, a respected figure in Islamic tradition. In Senegalese culture, Seynabou is a common name, reflecting a blend of Arabic and local naming practices.
“Seynabou” around the world
Where Seynabou lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
10
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sey, Nabou, Seyna
Sibling names for Seynabou
Names that share Seynabou's style, for a brother or sister.
