Zayneb
Arabic · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Zayneb
The name Zayneb means "fragrant flower" or "beauty" and derives from the Arabic root *z-y-n* (ز-ي-ن), meaning "adornment" or "beauty." It is predominantly used in Islamic cultures, notably as the name of Zaynab bint Muhammad, the Prophet Muhammad's daughter, and Zaynab bint Ali, a revered figure in Shia Islam.
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Etymology
The name Zayneb means "fragrant flower" or "beauty" and derives from the Arabic root *z-y-n* (ز-ي-ن), meaning "adornment" or "beauty." It is predominantly used in Islamic cultures, notably as the name of Zaynab bint Muhammad, the Prophet Muhammad's daughter, and Zaynab bint Ali, a revered figure in Shia Islam.
Zayneb currently ranks #13,181 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2023.
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