Zaina
Zaina is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Beautiful; adornment”.
| Meaning | Beautiful; adornment |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | زينة |
| Pronunciation | ZAY-nah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Levant, Gulf States, Pakistan, East Africa |
Meaning and origin of Zaina
Zaina is the feminine of Zayn, beauty, and is also heard as a form of zīna, adornment, both from the root z-y-n. Its two light syllables travel well between languages, and Arab and South Asian families choose it often. In East Africa and the Gulf the name is sometimes written Zeina or Zayna. Its meaning, beautiful, is simple and warm, which adds to its appeal.
Is Zaina a Muslim name?
Muslim families give Zaina, an Arabic name meaning beautiful or adornment, to their daughters. It shares its root with the boy's name Zayn.
How popular is Zaina?
Families in the Levant, the Gulf, South Asia and East Africa all use it.
Gifts with the name Zaina
- Zaina name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Zaina baby gifts (Amazon)
- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. We may earn a small commission from these links, at no extra cost to you.
Spellings and variants of Zaina
Names similar to Zaina
More Muslim girl names
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zaina mean?
Zaina means 'Beautiful; adornment'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Zaina a Muslim name?
Muslim families give Zaina, an Arabic name meaning beautiful or adornment, to their daughters. It shares its root with the boy's name Zayn.
How do you pronounce Zaina?
Zaina is pronounced ZAY-nah.
Is Zaina a boy or girl name?
Zaina is usually a girl name.