Zulaihat
Zulaihat is a Muslim girl name meaning “Zulaykha, wife of al-Aziz”.
| Meaning | Zulaykha, wife of al-Aziz |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Hausa / Yoruba form of Zulaykha |
| Arabic spelling | زليخة |
| Pronunciation | zoo-LYE-haht |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Zulaihat
Zulaihat is the Nigerian form of Zulaykha, the name that Islamic tradition gives to the wife of al-ʿAzīz of Egypt in the story of Prophet Yūsuf. In later Persian and Sufi poetry she becomes a figure of repentance and love who finally turns to God. The final -at follows the Nigerian habit of keeping the Arabic feminine ending, and the name is often shortened to Zulai.
Is Zulaihat a Muslim name?
Yes. Zulaihat is used by Muslim families in Nigeria as a form of Zulaykha, the woman in the story of Prophet Yūsuf.
Where is the name Zulaihat used?
Common in northern Nigeria and among Yoruba Muslims.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zulaihat mean?
Zulaihat means 'Zulaykha, wife of al-Aziz'. It comes from Hausa / Yoruba form of Zulaykha.
Is Zulaihat a Muslim name?
Yes. Zulaihat is used by Muslim families in Nigeria as a form of Zulaykha, the woman in the story of Prophet Yūsuf.
How do you write Zulaihat in Arabic?
Zulaihat is written زليخة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Zulaihat?
Zulaihat is pronounced zoo-LYE-haht.