90+ Most Popular Mauritanian Names for Boys

Emma Wells December 29, 2024 72 0

Mauritania’s naming traditions reflect its rich culture and Islamic heritage. This article highlights 90+ popular names for boys, offering meaningful options and insight into the country’s unique naming customs.

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90+ Most Popular Mauritanian Names for Boys

No.	Name	Mauritanian Equivalent (Arabic)	Meaning
1	Ahmed	أحمد	Most Praised, Commendable
2	Mohamed	محمد	Praiseworthy
3	Cheikh	شيخ	Elder, Leader
4	Mahmoud	محمود	Praiseworthy
5	El-Hassan	الحسن	The Good, Handsome
6	Abdallah	عبد الله	Servant of God
7	Ould	ولد	Son of
8	Youssouf	يوسف	God Increases
9	Mokhtar	مختار	The Chosen One
10	Sidi	سيدي	My Lord, Master
11	Salem	سالم	Peaceful
12	Brahim	إبراهيم	Father of Multitudes
13	Alioune	علوي	High, Exalted
14	Ely	إيلي	Elevated
15	Amadou	عماد	Praised One
16	El-Mokhtar	المختار	The Chosen One
17	Moussa	موسى	Moses
18	Hamed	حامد	Praiser, Commendable
19	Abderrahmane	عبد الرحمن	Servant of the Merciful
20	Oumar	عمر	Age, Life
21	Ibrahima	إبراهيم	Father of Multitudes
22	Sidy	سيدي	My Lord, Master
23	Fall	فال	Destiny
24	Samba	سامبا	African Rhythm
25	Idrissa	إدريس	Teacher
26	Yahya	يحيى	Alive, Living
27	Habib	حبيب	Beloved
28	Lamin	لامين	Trustworthy
29	Saad	سعد	Happiness, Good Fortune
30	Demba	ديمبا	Wealthy
31	Hamza	حمزة	Lion
32	Malik	مالك	King, Owner
33	Ismail	إسماعيل	God Hears
34	Arafat	عرفة	Day of Arafat
35	Aziz	عزيز	Powerful, Victorious
36	Ahmedou	أحمدو	Most Praised
37	Abba	أب	Father
38	Bilal	بلال	Water Carrier
39	Souleymane	سليمان	Solomon
40	Mahfoudh	محفوظ	Protected, Preserved
41	Zain	زين	Beauty, Grace
42	Issa	عيسى	Jesus
43	Bakary	باكري	Descendant
44	Cherif	شريف	Noble, Eminent
45	Elhadj	الحاج	Pilgrim
46	Fadel	فضل	Grace, Favor
47	Abdoulaye	عبد الله	Servant of God
48	Teyib	طيب	Good, Kind
49	Mansour	منصور	Victorious
50	Sidina	سيدة	Lady, Woman of Status
51	Abdoul	عبدل	Servant of
52	Haroun	هارون	Aaron
53	El-Amin	الأمين	Trustworthy
54	Mustapha	مصطفى	Chosen One
55	Abdelkrim	عبد الكريم	Servant of the Generous
56	Sid’Ahmed	سيد أحمد	Lord Ahmed
57	Elyes	إيليس	Elevated, Higher
58	Khalifa	خليفة	Successor, Vicegerent
59	Daouda	داود	David
60	El-Hadj	الحاج	Pilgrim
61	Saleh	صالح	Righteous
62	Nouh	نوح	Noah
63	Djibril	جبريل	Gabriel
64	Hassan	حسن	Good, Handsome
65	Ismaïl	إسماعيل	God Hears
66	Moustapha	مصطفى	Chosen One
67	Aboubacar	أبو بكر	Father of a Noble Clan
68	Abdelhakim	عبد الحكيم	Servant of the Wise
69	Alassane	ألاساني	Elevation, High
70	Sidibé	سيدي بيه	Lord of the House
71	Bocar	بوكار	Trusted One
72	Noureddine	نور الدين	Light of Religion
73	Elysee	إليسيه	Elevated, Supreme
74	Karim	كريم	Generous, Noble
75	Mansoury	منصوري	Victorious
76	Mamadou	محمدو	Praised One
77	Al-Mokhtar	المختار	The Chosen One
78	Taleb	طالب	Student
79	Bachir	بشر	Bringer of Good News
80	Abdoulahi	عبد اللهي	Servant of Allah
81	Adama	آدم	Man, Human
82	El-Fadel	الفاضل	Noble, Virtuous
83	Younes	يونس	Jonah
84	Houssein	حسين	Grandson of Ali
85	Abdelhamid	عبد الحميد	Servant of the Praiseworthy
86	Cherifou	شريفو	Noble, Eminent
87	Nasser	ناصر	Helper, Supporter
88	Abdoulkader	عبد القادر	Servant of the Omnipotent
89	Aboubakr	أبو بكر	Father of a Noble Clan
90	Moktar	مختار	The Chosen One
91	Ahmedine	أحمدين	Most Praised
92	Sileye	سليه	Wisdom
93	Mahamat	محمد	Beloved
94	Tahar	طاهر	Pure
95	Zeyd	زيد	Growth, Abundance
96	Abdoulkarim	عبدالكريم	Servant of the Generous
97	Ahmed Salem	أحمد سالم	Most Praised, Peaceful
98	Bah	باه	Shade

In conclusion,

Mauritania’s boy names are a beautiful reflection of the country’s cultural and spiritual heritage. Whether you’re seeking inspiration or simply exploring, these names showcase the meaningful traditions behind each choice. We hope this list helps you find the perfect name that resonates with your values and aspirations.

Emma Wells

Hello! I’m Emma Wells, born in 1989, and currently immersed in the field of psychological counseling for children. Beyond my role as a counselor, I’ve also delved into the realm of content creation, specializing in crafting meaningful names for little ones. I firmly believe that each name is a profound gift, a companion that accompanies a child from the moment they step into this world through every milestone in their life’s journey.

My passion for psychological counseling stems from a deep understanding of the crucial formative years and the impact they have on an individual’s well-being. As a creative name curator, I find joy in weaving stories and emotions into each name, aiming to provide parents with not just a label but a source of inspiration and positivity for their child’s entire life.

With a commitment to fostering emotional well-being and creating a sense of identity from the very start, I embark on this journey as both a counselor and a creative force, dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of children and their families.