The name Ndiaye (pronounced njai) is a common surname and given name derived from the Serer and Wolof patronym Njie, primarily associated with Senegal. It has gained international recognition through prominent figures across various fields, such as French novelist and playwright Marie NDiaye (born 1967) and Senegalese fashion designer Adama Ndiaye, also known as Adama Paris. In the world of sports, footballers like Iliman Ndiaye (born 2000) and Papa Alioune Ndiaye (born 1990) have brought the name to global audiences. The name also appears in politics, with figures like Aminata Mbengue Ndiaye serving in the Pan-African Parliament. Additionally, it is linked to the alternative spelling N'Diaye and the related patronym Njie, reflecting its deep roots in West African naming traditions.