The nameZineb

Zineb is a girl's name, the North African form of Zaynab, the name of a daughter of the Prophet Muhammad.

Meaning

Zineb comes from the Arabic Zaynab, whose meaning is debated, often linked to a fragrant plant.

Origin

Arabic.

History

The name is given steadily in France.

Popularity of the name Zineb

Zineb in France

959thmost popular girls' name in France, latest official figures
2013peak year (125 births)
3,600babies named Zineb in France since 1900
063125 1900192019401960198020002020
Births per year in France. Source: Insee, French national statistics office, latest official figures. Rounded numbers.

Zineb was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 1,035 births over the decade, 29% of all recorded babies named Zineb. Its rise began around 1961, and it peaked in 2013. Half of all babies named Zineb in France were born before 2005, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been falling: 48 births a year on average, against 83 in the five years before.

Variants and related names

Zineb in our baby name lists

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Zineb mean?

Zineb comes from the Arabic Zaynab, whose meaning is debated, often linked to a fragrant plant.

What is the origin of the name Zineb?

Arabic.

Is Zineb a girl's or a boy's name?

Zineb is a girl's name.

What are the variants of the name Zineb?

Variants and related names of Zineb include Zaynab.