Diénéba
Diénéba is a Muslim girl name meaning “Form of Zaynab”.
| Meaning | Form of Zaynab |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Mande (West Africa) form of Arabic Zaynab |
| Arabic spelling | زينب |
| Pronunciation | jeh-NEH-bah |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Diénéba
Diénéba is a Malian and Burkinabè form of Zaynab, written with the French di for the j sound that replaces Arabic z. It honours the women named Zaynab in the Prophet's ﷺ family, including his daughter and his granddaughter Zaynab bint ʿAlī. It is spelled Djénéba in many official records.
Is Diénéba a Muslim name?
Yes. Diénéba is a Muslim name, a West African form of Zaynab.
Where is the name Diénéba used?
Common in Mali and Burkina Faso.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Diénéba mean?
Diénéba means 'Form of Zaynab'. It comes from Mande (West Africa) form of Arabic Zaynab.
Is Diénéba a Muslim name?
Yes. Diénéba is a Muslim name, a West African form of Zaynab.
How do you write Diénéba in Arabic?
Diénéba is written زينب in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Diénéba?
Diénéba is pronounced jeh-NEH-bah.