The nameDjeneba
Djeneba is a West African girl's name that is rising in France.
- Girl's name
- West African
Meaning
It is often described as a West African form of Zaynab.
Origin
West African, mainly Malian and Mandinka.
History
Found in France since the 1970s, Djeneba has grown steadily and is at its highest level today, mostly in the Île-de-France region.
Popularity of the name Djeneba
Djeneba in France
Djeneba was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 410 births over the decade, 28% of all recorded babies named Djeneba. Its rise began around 1980, and it peaked in 2024. Half of all babies named Djeneba in France were born before 2011, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been rising: 63 births a year on average, against 43 in the five years before.
Variants and related names
Djeneba in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Djeneba mean?
It is often described as a West African form of Zaynab.
What is the origin of the name Djeneba?
West African, mainly Malian and Mandinka.
Is Djeneba a girl's or a boy's name?
Djeneba is a girl's name.
What are the variants of the name Djeneba?
Variants and related names of Djeneba include Zaynab and Zeynab.