Fama
/ FAH-mah /
- Gender
- Unisex
- Origin
- 🇸🇳 Senegal
- Religion
- Traditional
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Honorable
Meaning & Etymology
Illustrious person
Illustrious person
Etymology
From Mandinka fama (illustrious person).
Linguistic family: Niger-Congo > Mande > Western Mande > Central Mande > Mandinka
Cultural context
The name is given to signify the high status or potential of the child.
Symbolism
Represents honor and high social standing.