girl name · Arabic origin
Zaynab
/ ZAY-nab /
Meaning
Zaynab means Fragrant flower (Arabic).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Arabic
Pronunciation
ZAY-nab
Popularity
#1492 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Zaynab in the US, 1880–2025
Zaynab first appears in US records in 1982. It peaked in 2016, when 146 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 144.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Zaynab mean?
Zaynab is the name of a fragrant flowering plant; borne by daughters of the Prophet.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zaynab mean?
Zaynab means Fragrant flower. Zaynab is the name of a fragrant flowering plant; borne by daughters of the Prophet.
What is the origin of the name Zaynab?
Zaynab is of Arabic origin.
How do you pronounce Zaynab?
Zaynab is pronounced “ZAY-nab.”
Is Zaynab a boy or a girl name?
Zaynab is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Zaynab?
In 2025, Zaynab ranked #1492 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Zaynab most popular?
Zaynab was most popular in 2016, when about 146 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.