Zaitun
Zaitun is a Muslim girl name meaning “Olive, olive tree”.
| Meaning | Olive, olive tree |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | زيتون |
| Pronunciation | zay-TOON |
| Arabic root | ز ي ت (z-y-t) — oil |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Zaitun
Zaitun is the Malay spelling of Zaytūn, the Arabic word for the olive and olive tree. The olive is honoured in the Quran, which swears by it and likens God's light to a lamp lit from a blessed olive tree. In Malaysia and Indonesia it is a traditional women's name, and Az-Zaytun is also the name of a well-known Indonesian pesantren.
Is Zaitun a Muslim name?
Yes. Zaitun is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning olive, a blessed tree mentioned in the Quran.
Is Zaitun in the Quran?
The Quran opens Sūrat al-Tīn with 'By the fig and the olive' (Quran 95:1).
Where is the name Zaitun used?
Used mainly in Malaysia and Indonesia; as Zaitoon in South Asia.
Gifts with the name Zaitun
- Zaitun name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Zaitun baby gifts (Amazon)
- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Zaitun
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zaitun mean?
Zaitun means 'Olive, olive tree'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Zaitun a Muslim name?
Yes. Zaitun is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning olive, a blessed tree mentioned in the Quran.
How do you write Zaitun in Arabic?
Zaitun is written زيتون in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Zaitun?
Zaitun is pronounced zay-TOON.
Is Zaitun mentioned in the Quran?
The Quran opens Sūrat al-Tīn with 'By the fig and the olive' (Quran 95:1).