JANNEH
Janneh
Janneh is a surname of West African origin, particularly common among the Mandinka people of The Gambia and Senegal. It is believed to be derived from the Mandinka word janne, meaning "light" or "brightness".
Notable Individuals with the Surname Janneh:
1. Aminata Janneh
A prominent Gambian politician who served as Minister of Education during the early 2000s.
2. Lamin Janneh
An accomplished Senegalese musician known for blending traditional Mandinka music with contemporary sounds, gaining international recognition for his unique style.
3. Fatou Janneh
A well-known Gambian author and journalist, recognised for her insightful commentary on social issues in the region.
The Janneh surname holds significant cultural and historical importance within the Mandinka community, reflecting the values of enlightenment and brilliance.
There are approximately 150 people named Janneh in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Janneh.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Abdoulie
- Alim
- David
- Ebrima
- Foday
- Ibrahim
- Lamin
- Mohamed
- Mustapha
- Omar
Female
- Aminata
- Awa
- Fatou
- Hawa
- Isatou
- Isha
- Mariam
- Mariama
- Memuna
- Zainab