Zahina

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Fact sheet

Name
Zahina
Gender
Girl name
Syllables
3

Zahina is a female first name that is considered an African variation of the Arabic name Zahia. The English translation of its meaning includes terms like 'the Wonderful One', 'the Shining One', and 'the Glorious One'.

What does the name Zahina mean?

The name Zahina is considered an African variant of the Arabic Zahia. Its meaning can be translated into English as 'the Wonderful One', 'the Shining One', and 'the Glorious One'. The roots of the name lie in the Arabic word zahi (زاهي), which stands for 'beautiful', 'shining', 'brilliant', 'radiant', 'glorious', and 'magnificent'. Alternatives to Zahina include the names Zahin and Zaheen.

Where does the name Zahina come from?

Zahina has its origin in Arabic and means 'the Wonderful One'. The Arabic term zahi (زاهي) encompasses meanings such as beautiful, shining, brilliant, radiant, glorious, and magnificent. The name is also used in African languages.

How do you pronounce Zahina?

Za-hi-na

Popularity

In Germany, Zahina is one of the rare first names. It has never been listed in the German first name charts. Its best ranking was achieved in 2012, reaching the 3,048th place in the first name charts in France. Over the last ten years, the name has been given about 20 times there, placing it at 3,574th in the ten-year statistics. From 1930 to 2024, Zahina ranks 4,692nd in France.

Nicknames & pet names

Zahini / Zukini

Frequently asked questions about the name Zahina

Where does the name Zahina come from?

Zahina has its origin in Arabic and is also used in some African languages.

What does the name Zahina mean?

Zahina is translated as 'the Wonderful One' and derives from the Arabic word zahi, which stands for beauty, shine, and glory.

How popular is the name Zahina?

The popularity of Zahina varies by region, but it is generally less common than other similar names.

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