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زَيْنَب

Zainab

Muslim girl Name Origin: Arabic

Meaning: "Fragrant Flower, Ornament of the Father"

Historical Context in Islam

Zainab was the name of the Prophet Muhammad's (PBUH) eldest daughter, as well as two of his wives. Zainab bint Jahsh was known for her immense charity, while Zainab bint Ali was famous for her heroic defiance after the tragedy of Karbala.

Character Traits

Symbolizes a woman who brings beauty and fragrance to her family, paired with extreme generosity and fierce bravery in the face of tyranny.

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