Rajaa
Rajaa is a Muslim girl name meaning “Hope, aspiration”.
| Meaning | Hope, aspiration |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | رجاء |
| Pronunciation | rah-JAA |
| Arabic root | ر ج و (r-j-w) — to hope |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Rajaa
Rajaa is a common spelling of Rajāʾ, the Arabic word for hope. The double a marks the long vowel, which helps distinguish it from the Sanskrit title Raja. In Islamic thought rajāʾ, hope in God's mercy, is paired with khawf, fear of God, as the two wings of the believer. It is a popular girl's name in Egypt, the Levant and North Africa.
Is Rajaa a Muslim name?
Yes. Rajaa is a Muslim girl's name of Arabic origin meaning hope, especially hope in God's mercy.
Is Rajaa in the Quran?
Its root appears in 'whoever hopes (yarjū) to meet his Lord, let him do righteous deeds' (Quran 18:110).
Where is the name Rajaa used?
Used for girls in Egypt, Syria, Lebanon, Jordan and North Africa.
Gifts with the name Rajaa
- Rajaa name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Rajaa
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rajaa mean?
Rajaa means 'Hope, aspiration'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Rajaa a Muslim name?
Yes. Rajaa is a Muslim girl's name of Arabic origin meaning hope, especially hope in God's mercy.
How do you write Rajaa in Arabic?
Rajaa is written رجاء in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Rajaa?
Rajaa is pronounced rah-JAA.
Is Rajaa mentioned in the Quran?
Its root appears in 'whoever hopes (yarjū) to meet his Lord, let him do righteous deeds' (Quran 18:110).