Zeinab
GirlArabic
Zeinab is a girl name of Arabic origin meaning "A flower in the desert".
About this name
Gender
Girl
Language
Arabic
Popularity
90 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
6 letters
Meaning
A flower in the desert
Etymology
Zaynab, and variant spellings, is an Arabic female given name meaning 'a flower in the desert'.
Famous People Named Zeinab
- Zeinab Badawi — Sudanese-British broadcaster (born 1959)
- Zeinab Mamedyarova — Azerbaijani chess player
Frequently Asked Questions About Zeinab
What does the name Zeinab mean?
Zeinab means "A flower in the desert", and is of Arabic origin.
What is the origin of the name Zeinab?
Zeinab originates from Arabic.
Is Zeinab a boy or girl name?
Zeinab is typically used as a girl name.
Are there famous people named Zeinab?
Yes — notable people named Zeinab include Zeinab Badawi (Sudanese-British broadcaster, born 1959) and Zeinab Mamedyarova (Azerbaijani chess player).
Last updated: June 2026