Zina
Zina is a Muslim girl name meaning “Adornment, beauty”.
| Meaning | Adornment, beauty |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | زينة |
| Pronunciation | ZEE-nah |
| Arabic root | ز ي ن (z-y-n) — to adorn, beautify |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Zina
Zina (Zīna) means adornment or beauty. It is often spelled Zeina or Zaina to avoid confusion with an unrelated Arabic word pronounced with a short i and different letters. The name is popular in Iraq, the Levant and Egypt. It shares a root with Zain and Zaynab.
Is Zina a Muslim name?
Yes. Zina (Zeina) is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning adornment. Many families prefer the spelling Zeina or Zaina.
Is Zina in the Quran?
The word appears in the Quran: 'Wealth and children are the adornment of the life of this world' (Quran 18:46).
Where is the name Zina used?
Common in Iraq, Lebanon, Jordan and Egypt.
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Spellings and variants of Zina
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zina mean?
Zina means 'Adornment, beauty'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Zina a Muslim name?
Yes. Zina (Zeina) is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning adornment. Many families prefer the spelling Zeina or Zaina.
How do you write Zina in Arabic?
Zina is written زينة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Zina?
Zina is pronounced ZEE-nah.
Is Zina mentioned in the Quran?
The word appears in the Quran: 'Wealth and children are the adornment of the life of this world' (Quran 18:46).