Zeina
Zeina is a Muslim girl name meaning “Beauty, adornment”.
| Meaning | Beauty, adornment |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | زينة |
| Pronunciation | ZAY-nah |
| Arabic root | ز ي ن (z-y-n) — beauty, adornment |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Zeina
Zeina (Zīna) means 'beauty' or 'adornment', from the root z-y-n, 'to adorn'. The Quran uses zīna for the adornment of worldly life and of the heavens. Zeina is popular in Lebanon, Syria, Egypt and the Gulf, and is sometimes spelled Zina or Zaina. It is distinct from Zaynab, though the two are often paired in families.
Is Zeina a Muslim name?
Yes. Zeina is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning 'beauty' or 'adornment'.
Is Zeina in the Quran?
The word appears in 'Wealth and children are the adornment (zīna) of the worldly life' (Quran 18:46).
Where is the name Zeina used?
Common across the Arab world, especially in Lebanon, Syria and Egypt.
Gifts with the name Zeina
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Spellings and variants of Zeina
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zeina mean?
Zeina means 'Beauty, adornment'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Zeina a Muslim name?
Yes. Zeina is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning 'beauty' or 'adornment'.
How do you write Zeina in Arabic?
Zeina is written زينة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Zeina?
Zeina is pronounced ZAY-nah.
Is Zeina mentioned in the Quran?
The word appears in 'Wealth and children are the adornment (zīna) of the worldly life' (Quran 18:46).