Zaina
Zaina is a girl name of Arabic origin meaning “Beauty, grace”, pronounced ZAY-nah. It ranked #1316 in the United States in 2025, given to 170 babies, and peaked at #1316 in 2025. Common nicknames: Zizi, Zay.
How popular is Zaina in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Zaina mean, and where does it come from?
Zaina comes from the Arabic zayn, "beauty" or "adornment" — the root behind Zainab and Zayn — and it is used across the Arab world and South Asia. In Swahili, borrowed from the same source, it carries the same meaning. It is a short, open name that needs no adjustment in English, which is part of why it has spread: American records hold it from 1982 and it has climbed every year of the last decade, reaching its highest position in 2025.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Zaina mean?
Zaina is a girl name of Arabic origin meaning "Beauty, grace." Zaina comes from the Arabic zayn, "beauty" or "adornment" — the root behind Zainab and Zayn — and it is used across the Arab world and South Asia. In Swahili, borrowed from the same source, it carries the same meaning.
How do you pronounce Zaina?
Zaina is pronounced ZAY-nah. Common variations include Zayna, Zaynah, Zeina.
Is Zaina a girl name?
Yes, Zaina is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Zizi, Zay.