Zulaikha

The name Zulaikha is a form of Suleika, which is prevalent in Indonesia and Malaysia and has its origin in Zuleika. The presumed meaning is 'the seductress'.

What does the name Zulaikha mean?

Zulaikha is derived from Suleika and is found in both Indonesian and Malaysian cultures. The presumed meaning is 'the seductress'. The name may originate from the Arabic term zulayḵā (زُلَيْخَا), which means 'the seductress'. Alternatives include Soleika, Zulekha, Züleyxa, Züleyha, and Zuleja.

Where does the name Zulaikha come from?

The name Zulaikha has its roots in Arabic and means 'the seductress'. It is composed of the Arabic word zulayḵā (زُلَيْخَا) and is found in the languages of Afghan, Dhivehi, Indonesian, Malaysian, and Urdu.

How do you pronounce Zulaikha?

The pronunciation of Zulaikha is three to four syllables and has its own phonetic structure. It is pronounced as 'Zu-laik-ha' [zulaɪ̯ˈxa], with a rounded u sound combined with a gliding diphthong in the middle. The aspirated h at the end gives the name a soft, breathy quality. Zulaikha thus sounds exotic and melodic - rhythmic and harmonious at the same time.

When is the name day of Zulaikha?

The name day for Zulaikha is celebrated on April 21.

Popularity

In Germany, Zulaikha is a common first name. Currently, it ranks 3,210th on the list of the most popular female first names. In the last ten years, the name has been given about 20 times, placing it at 7,036th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 7,235th.

Nicknames & pet names

Zula

Famous people

• Zulaikha ("Zu") (book character from the novel "Children of Blood and Bone" (Tomi Adeyemi)