Rokia
Rokia is a Muslim girl name meaning “Form of Ruqayya, the Prophet's daughter”.
| Meaning | Form of Ruqayya, the Prophet's daughter |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Mande (West Africa) form of Arabic Ruqayya |
| Arabic spelling | رقية |
| Pronunciation | ROH-kee-ah |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Rokia
Rokia is the Bambara and Malian form of Ruqayya, daughter of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and wife of ʿUthmān. The doubled y of the Arabic is reduced, leaving a short, two-syllable sound. Malian singer Rokia Traoré made the name internationally known.
Is Rokia a Muslim name?
Yes. Rokia is a Muslim name, the Malian form of Ruqayya, daughter of the Prophet ﷺ.
Where is the name Rokia used?
Common in Mali, Burkina Faso and Côte d'Ivoire.
Gifts with the name Rokia
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rokia mean?
Rokia means 'Form of Ruqayya, the Prophet's daughter'. It comes from Mande (West Africa) form of Arabic Ruqayya.
Is Rokia a Muslim name?
Yes. Rokia is a Muslim name, the Malian form of Ruqayya, daughter of the Prophet ﷺ.
How do you write Rokia in Arabic?
Rokia is written رقية in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Rokia?
Rokia is pronounced ROH-kee-ah.