رابعة

Rabiya

girlArabic

Rabiya is a Muslim girl name meaning “Fourth”.

MeaningFourth
GenderGirl
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingرابعة
PronunciationRAH-bee-yah
Arabic rootر ب ع (r-b-ʿ) — four
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Rabiya

Rabiya is a form of Rābiʿa, meaning 'fourth'; it does not mean princess, though that meaning is sometimes repeated. This spelling is common in Central Asia, among Uyghurs and in South Asia. A well-known modern bearer is the Uyghur businesswoman and activist Rebiya Kadeer, whose name is a local form of the same name.

Is Rabiya a Muslim name?

Yes. Rabiya is a variant of Rabia, a traditional Muslim name.

Where is the name Rabiya used?

Found in Central Asia, among Uyghurs, and in South Asia.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Rabiya mean?

Rabiya means 'Fourth'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Rabiya a Muslim name?

Yes. Rabiya is a variant of Rabia, a traditional Muslim name.

How do you write Rabiya in Arabic?

Rabiya is written رابعة in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Rabiya?

Rabiya is pronounced RAH-bee-yah.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.