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Zainab

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Meaning

Generous,Name of a beautiful tree exuding fragrance ,Decorated or ornamented tree,Names of two wives and one daughter of the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) and one daughter of Khalifa Ali ,corruption of Zenubia, pre-Islam Syrian queen.

Pronunciation

Pronounced: ZAY-nab

Variations

Zaynab, زينب

About this name

Zainab is a girl name of Arabic origin. It has a strong Quranic and Islamic feel, which makes it especially appealing to many parents.

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