Zayan
Zayan is a Muslim boy name meaning “Beautiful, adorned, radiant”.
| Meaning | Beautiful, adorned, radiant |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | زيان |
| Pronunciation | zay-AAN |
| Arabic root | ز ي ن (z-y-n) — to adorn, to beautify |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Zayan
Zayan is a modern favourite built on the root z-y-n, the same root as Zayn and zīna, 'adornment'. It is generally explained as 'beautiful' or 'one who adorns'. Its popularity has risen sharply since the 2010s in Bangladesh, Pakistan, India and among British Muslims, often alongside the related Zayyan.
Is Zayan a Muslim name?
Yes. Zayan is a Muslim name of Arabic origin related to Zayn, meaning beauty and grace.
Where is the name Zayan used?
Popular among South Asian Muslims and in the UK diaspora.
Gifts with the name Zayan
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Spellings and variants of Zayan
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zayan mean?
Zayan means 'Beautiful, adorned, radiant'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Zayan a Muslim name?
Yes. Zayan is a Muslim name of Arabic origin related to Zayn, meaning beauty and grace.
How do you write Zayan in Arabic?
Zayan is written زيان in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Zayan?
Zayan is pronounced zay-AAN.