The nameZeyneb
Zeyneb is an Arabic girl's name, a form of Zaynab, rising in France.
- Girl's name
- Arabic
Meaning
Its meaning is debated. It is sometimes linked to the name of a fragrant tree.
Origin
Arabic. Zaynab was the name of a daughter of the Prophet Muhammad.
History
First given in France in the early 1980s, Zeyneb grew in the 2010s and is at its highest level today, mostly in Île-de-France and Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes.
Popularity of the name Zeyneb
Zeyneb in France
Zeyneb was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 685 births over the decade, 46% of all recorded babies named Zeyneb. Its rise began around 2002, and it peaked in 2024. Half of all babies named Zeyneb in France were born before 2016, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, its popularity has held steady at around 85 births a year.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zeyneb mean?
Its meaning is debated. It is sometimes linked to the name of a fragrant tree.
What is the origin of the name Zeyneb?
Arabic. Zaynab was the name of a daughter of the Prophet Muhammad.
Is Zeyneb a girl's or a boy's name?
Zeyneb is a girl's name.