Zinnira
Zinnira is a Muslim girl name meaning “Name of a female Companion”.
| Meaning | Name of a female Companion |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | زِنّيرة |
| Pronunciation | zin-NEE-rah |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Zinnira
Zinnira is a spelling of Zinnīra, the name of an early female Companion, a Roman (Byzantine) slave woman in Makkah who accepted Islam and was tortured for her faith. Abu Bakr al-Siddiq bought and freed her. Its exact meaning is uncertain; it is valued mainly for her example of steadfastness. Zunaira is a different spelling often confused with it.
Is Zinnira a Muslim name?
Yes. Zinnira is a Sahabiyya name, borne by Zinnira al-Rumiyya, an early Muslim freed by Abu Bakr.
Where is the name Zinnira used?
Used by families seeking female Companion names, mainly in South Asia and the West.
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Spellings and variants of Zinnira
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zinnira mean?
Zinnira means 'Name of a female Companion'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Zinnira a Muslim name?
Yes. Zinnira is a Sahabiyya name, borne by Zinnira al-Rumiyya, an early Muslim freed by Abu Bakr.
How do you write Zinnira in Arabic?
Zinnira is written زِنّيرة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Zinnira?
Zinnira is pronounced zin-NEE-rah.