Arts & LiteratureLebanese1981 – present
Zeina Abirached
Graphic novelist, author of 'A Contract with God'
Biography
Lebanese-French graphic novelist and comic book artist known for her distinctive visual style. Her works explore themes of identity, memory, and Middle Eastern culture.
Quick Facts
Category
Arts & Literature
Nationality
Lebanese
Born
1981
Thinking about the name
Zeina
Arabic origin
“The feminine form of Zein, Zeina means 'beauty' or 'grace' in Arabic and carries a lyrical, refined quality. The -a ending marks it as distinctly feminine while maintaining the sophisticated simplicity of its root, making it appealing to parents seeking elegance and cultural connection.”