Roqayya
Roqayya is a Muslim girl name meaning “Rising, ascending; gentle”.
| Meaning | Rising, ascending; gentle |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | رقية |
| Pronunciation | ro-KAI-yah |
| Arabic root | ر ق ي (r-q-y) — to rise, to ascend |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Roqayya
Roqayya is a spelling of Ruqayya, the name of a daughter of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and Khadija. She married ʿUthman ibn ʿAffan, emigrated with him to Abyssinia and died in Madinah at the time of the Battle of Badr. The name is usually linked to the root meaning 'to rise', and it is cherished as a name of the Prophet's family.
Is Roqayya a Muslim name?
Yes. Roqayya is a Muslim name, the spelling of Ruqayya, daughter of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
Where is the name Roqayya used?
Used throughout the Muslim world; Rukiye is the Turkish form and Ruqaiya the Urdu spelling.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Roqayya mean?
Roqayya means 'Rising, ascending; gentle'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Roqayya a Muslim name?
Yes. Roqayya is a Muslim name, the spelling of Ruqayya, daughter of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
How do you write Roqayya in Arabic?
Roqayya is written رقية in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Roqayya?
Roqayya is pronounced ro-KAI-yah.