African Islam Baby Names

14 African names rooted in the Islam tradition, with meanings and heritage.

Idris

Libya

Studious, interpreter (a prophet's name).

Aminata

Senegal

Trustworthy, faithful (a form of Aminah).

Ousmane

Senegal

A West African form of Uthman β€” baby bustard / wise companion.

Mariama

Mali

A West African form of Maryam (Mary) β€” beloved, devout.

SΓ©kou

Guinea

Learned one / scholar (from the Arabic shaykh).

Ayaan

Somalia

Lucky, blessed by good fortune.

Tariq

Morocco

Morning star; the one who knocks at the door.