Girl name
Zainab name meaning
“a kind of fragrant tree”
Zainab is a feminine name commonly linked to the meaning a kind of fragrant tree. It comes from the Arabic name Zaynab, traditionally associated with that tree. The name also has an established place in the family history of the Prophet Muhammad.
What does Zainab mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Zainab
From Arabic Zaynab, traditionally associated with a fragrant tree. The name is prominent in the family history of the Prophet Muhammad.
| Linguistic origin | Arabic |
|---|---|
| Naming tradition | Islamic |
| In Islamic history | Female Companions of the Prophet, Wives of the Prophet |
| Starts with | Z · Za |
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Zainab in Islam and the Quran
Zainab 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 Zainab
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Zainab, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Zainab: a kind of fragrant tree
- Rahmi: associated with mercy
- Adawiyah: associated with the Adi tribe
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Meaning of each word
- Zainab: a kind of fragrant tree
- Fida: ransom, sacrifice
- Laili: associated with the night
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Zainab Khoiriyah
Meaning of each word
- Zainab: a kind of fragrant tree
- Khoiriyah: good, benevolent
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Nurhidayah Zainab Ulfah
Meaning of each word
- Nurhidayah: light of right guidance
- Zainab: a kind of fragrant tree
- Ulfah: closeness, affectionate bonds
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Zainab Izza
Meaning of each word
- Zainab: a kind of fragrant tree
- Izza: honor, glory, strength
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Meaning of each word
- Zainab: a kind of fragrant tree
- Saadah: happiness, well-being
- Rizka: sustenance, provision for life
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How to pronounce Zainab
| Syllables | 2 · 6 letters · 6-letter girl names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /zainab/ |
| Arabic script | زينب |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦗ꦳ꦲꦶꦤꦧ꧀ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮐᮄᮔᮘ᮪ |
Is Zainab a girl’s name?
Yes, Zainab is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male. See all girl names.
Zainab ranks #651 among girl names in our data sample (16 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Zainab
Names with related meanings
Famous people named Zainab
- Zainab · b. 1974
- Zainab · b. 1988
- Zainab · b. 1967
- Zainab Djumeno
- Zainab Rery · b. 1958
- Zainab Syar'iyah · b. 1966
FAQ about the name Zainab
What is the meaning of Zainab?
Zainab means a kind of fragrant tree. From Arabic Zaynab, traditionally associated with a fragrant tree. The name is prominent in the family history of the Prophet Muhammad.
Is Zainab a girl’s name?
Yes, Zainab is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Zainab?
Zainab is of Arabic origin.
Is the name Zainab in the Quran?
Zainab does not appear in the Quran, either as a name or as a word.
How many syllables does Zainab have?
Zainab has 2 syllables (Zai-nab) and 6 letters.
How popular is the name Zainab?
Zainab ranks #651 among girl names in our data sample (16 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Zainab?
Some ideas: Zainab Rahmi Adawiyah; Zainab Fida Laili; Zainab Khoiriyah.
Famous people named Zainab?
Notable people named Zainab include Zainab, Zainab, Zainab.
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