Name meaning
Zainab Name Meaning - Fragrant flower (Arabic)
- Meaning
- Fragrant flower; ornament
- Origin
- Arabic
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- ZA-I-NA-B
Zainab means "Fragrant flower; ornament" (Arabic). Etymologically, Zainab belongs to Arabic naming and is usually defined as "Fragrant flower." Zainab (زينب) means fragrant flowering tree or precious ornament.
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Meaning and Linguistic Breakdown
Etymologically, Zainab belongs to Arabic naming and is usually defined as "Fragrant flower." Zainab (زينب) means fragrant flowering tree or precious ornament.
Origin and Historical Usage
Zainab (زينب) means fragrant flowering tree or precious ornament. Two daughters and a granddaughter of the Prophet Muhammad bore this name. Zainab bint Ali, who survived the Battle of Karbala, is particularly revered in Shia Islam for her courage. Parents who choose Zainab often cite sound and family heritage as much as dictionary meaning.
Pronunciation Guide
- Phonetic
- ZA-I-NA-B
- Syllables
- 2
Geographic and Cultural Usage
Zainab is heard in Arabic-heritage families and among parents who want a name tied to Arabic sound. English speakers may need one pronunciation cue; after that it is usually easy to remember.
Popularity
Ranked #7 in our dataset. Compare with your country's official baby-name tables before deciding on rarity.
Notable People Named Zainab
- ZZainab (daughter of Prophet Muhammad)
- ZZainab bint Ali
- ZZainab Fasiki
- ZZainab Salbi
Variants and Related Names
Spelling variants
- Zaynab — alternate form of Zainab
- Zeinab — alternate form of Zainab
- Zeynep — alternate form of Zainab
- Zenep — alternate form of Zainab
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