Variant of Zaynab, meaning fragrant flower or fathers ornament.
Seynabou is a West African form of the Arabic name Zaynab. It is particularly common in Senegal and neighboring Francophone countries. The name is historically significant as it was borne by several prominent figures in early Islamic history, including daughters and wives of the Prophet Muhammad.
Less common today
Seynabou isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #7,555 in 2003.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Senegalese politician and former member of the National Assembly
Senegalese peace activist and regional leader
