UK boy's name
Serigne
A masculine Wolof name denoting a Muslim religious leader or saint.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Serigne is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Serigne popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #2921, with 7 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2023, with 7 births.
This profile covers 35 England and Wales registrations across 8 recorded years from 2015 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 35 living people in the UK are called Serigne. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Serigne ranked #2921 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 7 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2023, when 7 boys were registered as Serigne.
- • About 35 living people in the UK are estimated to have Serigne as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#2921
2024
Births in 2024
7
Latest year
Peak year
2023
7 births
Estimated living
35
2026
Meaning
What does Serigne mean?
The name Serigne originates from the Wolof language spoken in Senegal and parts of Gambia. It is derived from the Arabic word "Sayyid," which means "lord" or "master." The name has its roots in the spread of Islam in West Africa, particularly during the 11th to 13th centuries.
Serigne is a title of respect given to prominent Muslim religious leaders and scholars in Senegal. It is often used as a prefix before the person's name, indicating their spiritual authority and reverence within the community. The earliest recorded use of the name dates back to the 13th century, when Sufi scholars and teachers began arriving in the region, spreading their teachings and establishing Islamic centers of learning.
One of the most famous individuals bearing the name Serigne was Serigne Touba Mouhamadou Mountakha Bassirou (1853-1913), the founder of the influential Mouride Brotherhood, a prominent Sufi order in Senegal. He played a significant role in the spiritual and social development of the country, and his legacy continues to influence Senegalese society.
Another notable figure was Serigne Abdoul Aziz Sy Dabakh (1904-1997), a revered Sufi leader and the founder of the Tidiania Gueye branch of the Tidiania order. He was highly respected for his teachings and his efforts in promoting education and social welfare.
Serigne Saliou Mbacke (1915-2007) was a prominent Sufi leader and the sixth Khalife (spiritual leader) of the Mouride Brotherhood. He played a crucial role in the modernization and expansion of the order, and his teachings emphasized the importance of education and social development.
Serigne Fallou Mbacke (1922-1968) was another influential figure within the Mouride Brotherhood. He was known for his efforts in promoting education and for his role in the development of the city of Touba, which is considered the spiritual capital of the Mourides.
Serigne Abdoul Ahad Mbacke (1914-1989) was a distinguished Sufi leader and the seventh Khalife of the Mouride Brotherhood. He was highly respected for his spiritual guidance and his contributions to the promotion of Islamic education and social welfare programs.
These are just a few examples of the many influential individuals who have borne the name Serigne throughout history, reflecting its deep connection to the spiritual and cultural legacy of Senegal and the broader West African region.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Serigne over time
The chart below shows babies named Serigne registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2015 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Serigne, the clearest high point is 2023. The latest England and Wales figure is 7 births in 2024, compared with 7 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Serigne by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Serigne was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #3569 | 26 | 5 |
| 2010s | #4790 | 9 | 3 |
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FAQ
Serigne: questions and answers
How popular is the name Serigne in the UK right now?
In 2024, Serigne was ranked #2921 for boys in England and Wales, with 7 births registered.
When was Serigne most popular?
The peak year on record was 2023, with 7 babies registered as Serigne in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Serigne?
A masculine Wolof name denoting a Muslim religious leader or saint.
How many people are called Serigne in the UK?
A total of 35 babies have been registered as Serigne across the 8 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.