Zenab
Girl name · 11 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Zenab: 11 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 5 births in 2000.
The name Zenab is a variant of Zainab, an Arabic name meaning "father's precious jewel" or, in some interpretations, "fragrant flower." It traces back to ancient Semitic roots and is cherished across the Muslim world. Among its most revered bearers is Zainab bint Muhammad, the daughter of the Prophet Muhammad, known for her wisdom and strength, as well as Zainab bint Ali, a key figure in Islamic history. In modern times, Iraqi-American author Zainab Salbi has brought the name wider recognition. While no place is directly named Zenab, the name shares its root with the town of Zaynab in Syria, a site of pilgrimage. Variants like Zainab, Zeinab, and
Girl 3 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20005 babies
- Latest (2008)
- #7933 babies
- Total births
- 11since 1996
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y