Coumba

KOOM-bah

West African

"dove, peaceful; one who has the strength"

Coumba Origin and Meaning

The name Coumba is a girl's name meaning "dove, peaceful; one who has the strength".

A distinctive yet gentle looking name, Coumba is predominantly used in Senegal. While the exact origins of the name are uncertain, one possible theory is that it borrows from the Latin Columba (or French Colombe) meaning "dove", while another source suggests it is a Fulani name, related to strength.

Notable bearers include Swiss-Senegalese footballer Coumba Sow and singer-songwriter Coumba Gawlo.