Zenobia

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Zenobia Pronunciation

Zenobia is pronounced zə-NOH-bee-ah /zəˈnoʊ.bi.ɑ/Medium

Meaning: From Greek Zenobia — 'life of Zeus' or 'force of Zeus' — the warrior queen of PalmyraMedium

In 30 seconds: A warrior queen's name: Zenobia is Greek 'life/force of Zeus' — the fearless queen of Palmyra. Regal, powerful, and ornate.

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Origin MediumGreek

MeaningFrom Greek Zenobia — 'life of Zeus' or 'force of Zeus' — the warrior queen of Palmyra

U.S. rank (2024)#4541 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births31 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1923

Total births (all-time)≈ 4,573

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Zenobia comes from Greek Zenobia — 'life of Zeus' or 'force of Zeus' — borne by the fearless 3rd-century warrior queen of Palmyra. A regal, ornate name with ancient power.

It registers thinly in records. Rare, life-of-Zeus at the root, and regal.

Did you know? Zenobia was the bold warrior queen of Palmyra who defied Rome — her name means 'life of Zeus' or 'force of Zeus'; regal and powerful.

Overall data confidence 80%

Behind the Name — Zenobia — etymology

Variations

ZenobieZeinab

Nicknames

ZenaBee

Themes & Styles

Greek Royal Classical

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Zenobia?

Zenobia is pronounced zə-NOH-bee-ah (/zəˈnoʊ.bi.ɑ/). Press play above to hear Zenobia said aloud.

How do you say Zenobia?

Zenobia is said zə-NOH-bee-ah (/zəˈnoʊ.bi.ɑ/). Press play above to hear Zenobia said aloud.

What does the name Zenobia mean?

Zenobia is Greek for 'life of Zeus' or 'force of Zeus' — the warrior queen of Palmyra.

Is Zenobia a boy or girl name?

Zenobia is a girl's name.

How popular is Zenobia?

Zenobia is a rare name in the U.S.