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Zainab

“Fragrant flower; beauty of the father”

ZAY-nab

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Origin

Hausa

Language

Afro-Asiatic

Pronunciation

ZAY-nab

Gender

female

Cultural Significance

Named after the daughter and granddaughter of Prophet Muhammad, this name is one of the most popular in the Muslim world.

Variants & Spellings

ZaynabZainaba

Related Names

Amina

Trustworthy; honest

Aisha

Living; life; prosperous

Halima

Gentle; patient; mild-mannered

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