Zayneb

Meaning & origin

Zayneb is a spelling variant of the classic Arabic name Zainab, meaning 'fragrant flowering plant' and traditionally associated with jasmine. It first appeared on U.S. birth records in 1999 and has seen modest but steady use, peaking in 2023. While it remains rare, with a 2025 rank of 11,932 and an incidence of 1 in 229,610 births, its trajectory is stable, suggesting a consistent niche appeal among families seeking an authentic Arabic name with deep historical and cultural resonance.

Zayneb is the Arabic spelling of Zainab, a name derived from the Arabic word 'zaynab' referring to a fragrant flowering plant, often identified with jasmine. The name has been borne by several notable women in early Islamic history, including a daughter of the Prophet Muhammad. It remains a traditional and widely used name across the Arabic-speaking world and among Muslim communities globally.