Zulaykha
Zulaykha is a Muslim girl name meaning “Traditional name; often explained as fair, brilliant”.
| Meaning | Traditional name; often explained as fair, brilliant |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic / Persian literary tradition |
| Arabic spelling | زليخا |
| Pronunciation | zoo-LAY-khah |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Zulaykha
Zulaykha is the name Islamic tradition gives to the wife of the ʿAzīz of Egypt in the story of the Prophet Yusuf; the Quran itself does not name her. She became a central figure in Persian poetry, most famously Jami's 'Yusuf and Zulaykha', where her love becomes a symbol of longing for the divine. The meaning is uncertain and is often loosely given as 'fair' or 'brilliant'.
Is Zulaykha a Muslim name?
Yes. Zulaykha is a traditional Muslim name, known from the Islamic tradition about the Prophet Yusuf and from Persian poetry.
Where is the name Zulaykha used?
Popular in Central Asia, Turkey, Iran, Pakistan and among Tatars.
Gifts with the name Zulaykha
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zulaykha mean?
Zulaykha means 'Traditional name; often explained as fair, brilliant'. It comes from Arabic / Persian literary tradition.
Is Zulaykha a Muslim name?
Yes. Zulaykha is a traditional Muslim name, known from the Islamic tradition about the Prophet Yusuf and from Persian poetry.
How do you write Zulaykha in Arabic?
Zulaykha is written زليخا in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Zulaykha?
Zulaykha is pronounced zoo-LAY-khah.