Meaning & Origin
A female given name from Turkish.
Zeynep is a girl's baby name of Turkish origin, the Turkish form of Zainab, from the Arabic meaning 'fragrant flower' or 'father's precious jewel.' Zainab was the name of a daughter of the Prophet Muhammad, making it deeply revered in Islamic tradition. Zeynep is consistently one of the most popular girls' names in Turkey.
About 1,363 U.S. births are recorded, primarily in Turkish-American communities. Zeynep has a distinctive sound that is instantly recognizable as Turkish while carrying profound Islamic heritage.