Zenobia Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Zenobia Name at a Glance

Name	Zenobia
Meaning	Born of Zeus. Famous bearer: Zenobia was ruler of Palmyra in the 3rd century.
Origin	Greek
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Zenobia Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Zenobia means “Born of Zeus. Famous bearer: Zenobia was ruler of Palmyra in the 3rd century”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Zenobia Name Origin

Our database records Zenobia under Greek origin. Browse more Greek baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Zenobia a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Zenobia is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Zenobia

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