Diaba
West African · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Diaba
Diaba is a West African name, primarily of Mandinka or Bambara origin, derived from the word for "hyena" in these languages, carrying connotations of strength and cunning in traditional oral cultures.
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Etymology
Diaba is a West African name, primarily of Mandinka or Bambara origin, derived from the word for "hyena" in these languages, carrying connotations of strength and cunning in traditional oral cultures. The name is used among Fulani, Mandinka, and other ethnic groups across Mali, Guinea, Senegal, and the broader Sahel region, with historical significance in griots' naming traditions and Islamic West African societies.
Diaba currently ranks #5,087 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2009.
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