Zainab Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Zainab Name at a Glance

Name	Zainab
Meaning	Daughter of the Prophet Muhammad..
Origin	Muslim
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Zainab Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Zainab means “Daughter of the Prophet Muhammad”. 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.

Zainab Name Origin

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

Is Zainab a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Zainab

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