Girl name
Zaimah name meaning
“female leader”
Zaimah is a feminine name of Arabic origin meaning female leader. It comes from za'imah, the feminine form of za'im, meaning leader. The relationship between these two Arabic forms explains both the name's meaning and its feminine usage, with za'im providing the related masculine element.
What does Zaimah mean?
The ending -ah has different backgrounds in Indah, Fatimah, and Aisyah. In some Arabic-derived names, this spelling can represent a feminine ending, but that explanation does not apply to every name ending in -ah. More girl names ending in -ah →
Origin and cultural usage of Zaimah
From Arabic za'imah, the feminine form of za'im, meaning leader.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Zaimah in Islam and the Quran
Zaimah does not appear in the Quran, either as a name or as a word.
This describes the word and the name, not the religion of anyone who bears it.
Name combinations with Zaimah
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Zaimah, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Zaimah: female leader
- Sofiatun: pure, clear
- Nadira: rare, exceptional
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Meaning of each word
- Zaimah: female leader
- Nun: large fish; the letter nun
- Munawarah: illuminated, lit with light
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Zaimah Alifia
Meaning of each word
- Zaimah: female leader
- Alifia: friendly, companionable
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Meaning of each word
- Sabila: path, way to follow
- Zaimah: female leader
- Nuraisah: light of life
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Zaimah Aisyah
Meaning of each word
- Zaimah: female leader
- Aisyah: living, full of life
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Meaning of each word
- Zaimah: female leader
- Fitria: relating to innate nature
- Asiyah: one who tends or consoles
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How to pronounce Zaimah
| Syllables | 2 · 6 letters · 6-letter girl names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /zaimah/ |
| Arabic script | زعيمة |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦗ꦳ꦲꦶꦩꦃ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮐᮄᮙᮂ |
Is Zaimah a girl’s name?
Yes, Zaimah is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male. See all girl names.
Zaimah ranks #1,961 among girl names in our data sample (5 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Zaimah
Names with related meanings
- Anggraeni♀Foremost, leading
- Henny♀Ruler of the household
- Rani♀Queen, female ruler
- Rika♀Ruler, powerful
- Heni♀Ruler of the household
- Regina♀Queen or female ruler
- Etty♀Ruler of the home
- Ratu♂♀Royal ruler, king or queen
- Eti♀Ruler of the home
- Gusti♂♀An honorific address for a lord
- Nata♂♀Ruler, protector
- Sultan♂♀Ruler, holder of authority
Famous people named Zaimah
- Zaimah Husin
- Zaimah Imamatul Baroroh
- Zaimah Thursiah
- Zaimah Zul · b. 1974
FAQ about the name Zaimah
What is the meaning of Zaimah?
Zaimah means female leader. From Arabic za'imah, the feminine form of za'im, meaning leader.
Is Zaimah a girl’s name?
Yes, Zaimah is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Zaimah?
Zaimah is of Arabic origin.
Is the name Zaimah in the Quran?
Zaimah does not appear in the Quran, either as a name or as a word.
How many syllables does Zaimah have?
Zaimah has 2 syllables (Zai-mah) and 6 letters.
How popular is the name Zaimah?
Zaimah ranks #1,961 among girl names in our data sample (5 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Zaimah?
Some ideas: Zaimah Sofiatun Nadira; Zaimah Nun Munawarah; Zaimah Alifia.
Famous people named Zaimah?
Notable people named Zaimah include Zaimah Husin, Zaimah Imamatul Baroroh, Zaimah Thursiah.
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