| Meaning | fragrant flower |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 6 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Zayn-ab |
Zaynab, a name of Arabic origin, carries with it a timeless charm and historical significance. Derived from the Arabic word "زينب," Zaynab means "fragrant flower," symbolizing the beauty and elegance of nature's most captivating creations.
With its roots deeply embedded in Islamic history, Zaynab has been a beloved name among Muslims for generations. The name's connection to prominent figures, such as Zaynab bint Ali, the daughter of Imam Ali and Fatimah, adds to its sacred appeal.
Zaynab's popularity transcends cultures and has found admirers around the world. Its variations, like Zainab and Zeynep, have been embraced in various regions, making it a truly global name.
Choosing Zaynab for your baby girl bestows upon her a name that symbolizes inner and outer beauty, grace, and strength. It serves as a constant reminder of the timeless allure and elegance akin to a fragrant flower that will blossom throughout her life. A name that connects her to a rich historical legacy and resonates with cultures worldwide, Zaynab is a precious gift to bestow upon your daughter.
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| Zaynab Alkali | Nigerian author |
| Zaynab bint Ali | Islamic historical figure |
| Zaynab Essa | Bahraini human rights activist |
| Zaynab El Bernoussi | Moroccan actress |
| Zaynab Farooq | Pakistani squash player |
| Zaynab Salbi | Iraqi-American author and activist |
| Zaynab Soleimani | Iranian musician |
| Zaynab bint Jahsh | Companion of Prophet Muhammad |
| Zaynab al-Ghazali | Egyptian feminist leader |
| Zaynab al-Kubra | Great granddaughter of Prophet Muhammad |
| Zaynab bint Khuzayma | Companion of Prophet Muhammad |
| Zaynab bint Muhammad | Daughter of Prophet Muhammad |
| Zaynab bint Umm Salamah | Companion of Prophet Muhammad |
| Zaynab bint Younus | Canadian Muslim author |
| Zaynab Fayyad | Lebanese filmmaker |
| Zaynab Kamoonpuri | British Muslim author |
| Zaynab Otiti Obanor | Nigerian businesswoman |
| Zaynab Raja | Pakistani singer |
| Zaynab Yusuf | Kenyan artist |
| Zaynab Zalwango | Ugandan basketball player |
| Zaynab Khan | Character in "The Kite Runner" by Khaled Hosseini |
| Zaynab Malik | Character in "A Change of Heart" by Jodi Picoult |
| Zaynab El-Hassan | Character in "Sofia Khan is Not Obliged" by Ayisha Malik |
| Zaynab Hamdi | Character in "The Moor's Account" by Laila Lalami |
| Zaynab Harith | Character in "The Blood of Flowers" by Anita Amirrezvani |
| Zaynab al-Khansa | Character in "The Physician" by Noah Gordon |
| Zaynab An-Nafzawiyya | Character in "The Fez of Dreams" by Saeed Farouky |
| Zaynab Sayyad | Character in "Salt Houses" by Hala Alyan |
| Zaynab Bint al-Harith | Character in "The Sword of Medina" by Sherry Jones |
| Zaynab Mahdi | Character in "The Garden of Lost and Found" by Harriet Evans |
| Zaynab Ahmed | Character in "The Waiting" by Ha Jin |
| Zaynab al-Qadim | Character in "The Physician's Tale" by Ariana Franklin |
| Zaynab al-Mansour | Character in "The Sultan's Wife" by Jane Johnson |
| Zaynab Haroun | Character in "The Broken Verses" by Kamila Shamsie |
| Zaynab Mousavi | Character in "The Ayatollah's Democracy" by Hooman Majd |
| Zaynab Hanifa | Character in "The Last Ember" by Daniel Levin |
| Zaynab Sharif | Character in "Desert Hunt" by Anna Lowe |
| Zaynab Fadel | Character in "Love in Exile" by Bahaa Taher |
| Zaynab Rizvi | Character in "No Dominion" by Louise Welsh |
| Zaynab Baker | Character in "Yassmin's Story" by Yassmin Abdel-Magied |