Rabea
Rabea is a Muslim girl name meaning “The fourth (daughter)”.
| Meaning | The fourth (daughter) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | رابعة |
| Pronunciation | RAH-bee-ah |
| Arabic root | ر ب ع (r-b-ʿ) — four |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Rabea
Rabea is a spelling of Rābiʿa, literally 'the fourth', once given to a fourth daughter. The name is loved because of Rābiʿa al-ʿAdawiyya of Basra, the 8th-century mystic famous for teaching love of God for His own sake. Note that in Egypt and the Levant the spelling Rabea also represents Rabīʿ ('spring'), a boy's name.
Is Rabea a Muslim name?
Yes. Rabea (Rābiʿa) is a Muslim girl's name associated with the great early mystic Rābiʿa al-ʿAdawiyya.
Where is the name Rabea used?
Used in Pakistan, Turkey and among diaspora families in Europe.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rabea mean?
Rabea means 'The fourth (daughter)'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Rabea a Muslim name?
Yes. Rabea (Rābiʿa) is a Muslim girl's name associated with the great early mystic Rābiʿa al-ʿAdawiyya.
How do you write Rabea in Arabic?
Rabea is written رابعة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Rabea?
Rabea is pronounced RAH-bee-ah.