Zainab: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: z-ah-een-ahb
Origin: Egypt
gender-female

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Updated on Jun 12, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: North Africa, Western Asia, Middle East
Meaning: Beautiful plant

Zainab is a beautiful and unique name of Arabic origin, meaning "beautiful plant" or "fragrant flower. " It is closely associated with the Islamic prophet Muhammad, as several significant women in her life bore this name, including her granddaughter, and two wives. The name has deep historical and cultural significance, reflecting the beauty and fragrance often attributed to nature. Over time, the name has gained popularity globally, particularly in Islamic communities, and is now recognized as a timeless choice for parents seeking a name that embodies elegance and beauty.

Zainab Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Zainab is currently #1519 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Zainab is currently #813 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Zainab is currently #701 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Zainab is currently #374 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names
chat-overall Australian: Zainab is currently #871 on Kiindred Australian Names

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