Zaynab
Zaynab: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Zaynab
- A female given name from Arabic.
Etymology
Arabic زَيْنَب (zaynab, literally “fragrant flower”).
How popular is Zaynab?
Since 1880, 2,509 girls in the U.S. have been named Zaynab. Its highest rank for girls was #1492 in 2025. In 2025, 144 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Zaynab FAQ
What does the name Zaynab mean?
A female given name from Arabic. Arabic زَيْنَب (zaynab, literally “fragrant flower”).
What is the origin of the name Zaynab?
Zaynab is listed as a name of Arabic origin.
How popular is the name Zaynab?
Since 1880, 2,509 girls in the U.S. have been named Zaynab. Its highest rank for girls was #1492 in 2025. In 2025, 144 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Zaynab a boy or girl name?
Zaynab is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 2,509 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.