Néné
Néné is a Muslim girl name meaning “Mother”.
| Meaning | Mother |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Fula (Pulaar) |
| Pronunciation | neh-NEH |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Néné
Néné means 'mother' in Pular (Fula) and is used for a girl named after her grandmother or another honoured woman. It is frequently placed before another name, as in Néné Fatoumata. It is a native Fula word, not Arabic, but it is a familiar name in Muslim Fula families of Guinea.
Is Néné a Muslim name?
Yes, in practice. Néné is a Fula word meaning 'mother', not an Arabic name, and is used in Muslim families in Guinea, usually paired with an Islamic name.
Where is the name Néné used?
Most common in Guinea among Fula speakers.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Néné mean?
Néné means 'Mother'. It comes from Fula (Pulaar).
Is Néné a Muslim name?
Yes, in practice. Néné is a Fula word meaning 'mother', not an Arabic name, and is used in Muslim families in Guinea, usually paired with an Islamic name.
How do you pronounce Néné?
Néné is pronounced neh-NEH.