Find out how popular the first name Zineb has been for the last 23 years (from 1996 to 2018) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Zineb by gender

Based on the last 23 years of data, Zineb is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2018, there were 8 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Zineb.

The history of the first name Zineb

The name Zineb has its origins in the Arabic language and culture, originating from the Arabic word "zinab," which means "fragrant branch" or "good branch." This name can be traced back to the 7th century CE, during the early years of the Islamic faith and the expansion of the Arabic language across the Middle East and North Africa.

The name Zineb has a strong connection to Islamic history, as it was the name of one of the wives of Prophet Muhammad, Umm al-Mu'minin Zineb bint Jahsh. She was a prominent figure in early Islamic history and is highly revered in the Muslim community.

In the Quran, the sacred text of Islam, the name Zineb is mentioned in reference to the wife of Prophet Muhammad, highlighting the significance of this name in the Islamic tradition.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Zineb can be found in the historical records of the Umayyad and Abbasid caliphates, where several notable women bore this name. Among them was Zineb bint Musa, a poet and scholar who lived in the 8th century CE.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have carried the name Zineb, including:

1. Zineb El Rhazoui (born 1982), a Tunisian journalist and human rights activist known for her work on secularism and freedom of expression.
2. Zineb Sedira (born 1963), an Algerian-born French artist and filmmaker whose work explores themes of identity, memory, and migration.
3. Zineb Rachedi (born 1982), a Moroccan sprinter who competed in the Olympic Games and won medals at the African Championships.
4. Zineb Oukach (born 1986), a Moroccan writer and journalist known for her work on women's rights and social issues.
5. Zineb Sedira (born 1958), an Algerian political activist and former president of the Algerian League for the Defense of Human Rights (LADDH).

While the name Zineb has Arabic roots and a strong connection to Islamic history, it has also gained popularity in various regions and cultures around the world, transcending its original linguistic and cultural boundaries.

Data source

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