Zulaikha
Zulaikha is a Muslim girl name of Arabic (traditional) origin, meaning “Traditional name; meaning uncertain”.
| Meaning | Traditional name; meaning uncertain |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic (traditional) |
| Written as | زليخا |
| Pronunciation | zoo-LAY-khah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, Central Asia, Turkey, Malaysia |
Meaning and origin of Zulaikha
In the story of Prophet Yūsuf, the wife of the Egyptian official al-ʿAzīz is known in Islamic tradition as Zulaikha. Surah Yūsuf tells of her but never gives her name, which entered use through later Quran commentary and Persian poetry. Jāmī's poem Yūsuf and Zulaykhā made her an emblem of human love that finds its way to God. What the name itself means in linguistic terms is unknown.
Is Zulaikha a Muslim name?
Zulaikha is a traditional Muslim name, known through Islamic tradition and poetry about Yūsuf, and it is widely given to girls.
How popular is Zulaikha?
It is widely used in South Asia, Central Asia, Turkey (as Züleyha) and Malaysia.
Gifts with the name Zulaikha
- Zulaikha name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Zulaikha baby gifts (Amazon)
- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Zulaikha
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zulaikha mean?
Zulaikha means 'Traditional name; meaning uncertain'. It is of Arabic (traditional) origin.
Is Zulaikha a Muslim name?
Zulaikha is a traditional Muslim name, known through Islamic tradition and poetry about Yūsuf, and it is widely given to girls.
How do you pronounce Zulaikha?
Zulaikha is pronounced zoo-LAY-khah.
Is Zulaikha a boy or girl name?
Zulaikha is usually a girl name.