Djénéba
Djénéba 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 Djénéba
Djénéba is the Bambara form of Zaynab, with dj- for the j sound that Manding speakers use in place of Arabic z. Malian singer Djénéba Seck is one well-known bearer. The name honours Zaynab, daughter of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, and other women of that name in early Islam.
Is Djénéba a Muslim name?
Yes. Djénéba is a Muslim name, the Bambara form of Zaynab.
Where is the name Djénéba used?
Very common in Mali, Burkina Faso and Côte d'Ivoire.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Djénéba mean?
Djénéba means 'Form of Zaynab'. It comes from Mande (West Africa) form of Arabic Zaynab.
Is Djénéba a Muslim name?
Yes. Djénéba is a Muslim name, the Bambara form of Zaynab.
How do you write Djénéba in Arabic?
Djénéba is written زينب in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Djénéba?
Djénéba is pronounced jeh-NEH-bah.