Ruken

girlKurdish (Kurmanji)

Ruken is a Muslim girl name meaning “Smiling face, cheerful”.

MeaningSmiling face, cheerful
GenderGirl
OriginKurdish (Kurmanji)
Pronunciationroo-KEN
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Ruken

Ruken (Rûken) combines Kurmanji rû, 'face', with ken, 'smile, laughter'. It describes a cheerful girl with a smiling face. The name is popular among Kurds in Turkey and Syria and is also used by Turkish families who like its meaning.

Is Ruken a Muslim name?

Yes, in practice. Ruken is a Kurdish name meaning 'smiling face', used by Kurdish Muslim families.

Where is the name Ruken used?

Common among Kurmanji-speaking Kurds.

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Spellings and variants of Ruken

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Ruken mean?

Ruken means 'Smiling face, cheerful'. It comes from Kurdish (Kurmanji).

Is Ruken a Muslim name?

Yes, in practice. Ruken is a Kurdish name meaning 'smiling face', used by Kurdish Muslim families.

How do you pronounce Ruken?

Ruken is pronounced roo-KEN.

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