The nameZaynab
Zaynab is an Arabic girl's name, clearly rising in France since the 2010s.
- Girl's name
- Arabic
Meaning
Its meaning is debated. It is often linked to the name of a sweet-smelling tree.
Origin
Arabic. Zaynab is the name of a daughter and a granddaughter of the Prophet Muhammad.
History
First found in France in the mid 1970s, Zaynab rose strongly in the 2010s and is now at its highest level, notably in Île-de-France.
Popularity of the name Zaynab
Zaynab in France
Zaynab was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 895 births over the decade, 42% of all recorded babies named Zaynab. Its rise began around 2003, and it peaked in 2025. Half of all babies named Zaynab in France were born before 2018, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been rising: 152 births a year on average, against 117 in the five years before.
Variants and related names
Zaynab in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zaynab mean?
Its meaning is debated. It is often linked to the name of a sweet-smelling tree.
What is the origin of the name Zaynab?
Arabic. Zaynab is the name of a daughter and a granddaughter of the Prophet Muhammad.
Is Zaynab a girl's or a boy's name?
Zaynab is a girl's name.
What are the variants of the name Zaynab?
Variants and related names of Zaynab include Djeneba, Zaïna and Zineb.