Zeynep
Zeynep is a Muslim girl name of Turkish form of Arabic Zaynab origin, meaning “Fragrant plant; ornament (form of Zaynab)”.
| Meaning | Fragrant plant; ornament (form of Zaynab) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Turkish form of Arabic Zaynab |
| Written as | زينب |
| Pronunciation | zey-NEP |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Turkey, Balkans, Caucasus |
Meaning and origin of Zeynep
Zeynep is the Turkish version of Zaynab, shaped by Turkish vowel harmony and with the final b hardened into a p. For years it has been among the most popular girls' names in Turkey. Like Zaynab, it recalls the Prophet's ﷺ granddaughter Zaynab bint ʿAlī, along with his daughter and two of his wives who bore the name. The name itself is traditionally linked to a fragrant plant.
Is Zeynep a Muslim name?
Zeynep is the Turkish form of Zaynab, a name carried by women from the Prophet's ﷺ household.
How popular is Zeynep?
It is one of Turkey's top girls' names and is used by Turkish communities abroad.
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Spellings and variants of Zeynep
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zeynep mean?
Zeynep means 'Fragrant plant; ornament (form of Zaynab)'. It is of Turkish form of Arabic Zaynab origin.
Is Zeynep a Muslim name?
Zeynep is the Turkish form of Zaynab, a name carried by women from the Prophet's ﷺ household.
How do you pronounce Zeynep?
Zeynep is pronounced zey-NEP.
Is Zeynep a boy or girl name?
Zeynep is usually a girl name.