Born on a Friday
Foday is a West African name primarily used by the Mandinka people. It is traditionally given to boys born on a Friday, derived from the Arabic word for that day. It is a common and respected name across several nations in West Africa, including Gambia, Sierra Leone, and Guinea.
Less common today
Foday isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #7,212 in 2006.
Founder of the Sierra Leone rebel group Revolutionary United Front
Gambian kora player and composer
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
