Zainab
“Fragrant flower”Muslim girl name · Arabic origin
MeaningFragrant flower
GenderGirl
OriginArabic
First letterZ
What does Zainab mean?
Zainab is a beautiful Muslim girl name of Arabic origin. It means “Fragrant flower”. Daughter of the Prophet ﷺ.
Naming a child after the Prophets, the Companions and the righteous is a cherished tradition: it connects the child to a noble example from the very first day.
The Prophet ﷺ encouraged parents to choose names with good meanings, and to perform the Aqiqah and shave the baby’s head on the seventh day.