Rukiya
Rukiya is a Muslim girl name meaning “Rising, ascending; gentle”.
| Meaning | Rising, ascending; gentle |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | East African / Hausa form of Arabic Ruqayya |
| Arabic spelling | رقية |
| Pronunciation | roo-KEE-yah |
| Arabic root | ر ق ي (r-q-y) — to rise, ascend |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Rukiya
Rukiya is a widespread African spelling of Ruqayya, the name of the Prophet Muhammad's ﷺ daughter who married ʿUthmān ibn ʿAffān. Swahili and Hausa replace the Arabic q with k, giving Rukiya or Rukia. It is a familiar name in Tanzania, Kenya, Ethiopia and northern Nigeria.
Is Rukiya a Muslim name?
Yes. Rukiya is a local form of Ruqayya, a Muslim name borne by a daughter of the Prophet ﷺ.
Where is the name Rukiya used?
Common in East Africa and among Hausa Muslims in Nigeria and Niger.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rukiya mean?
Rukiya means 'Rising, ascending; gentle'. It comes from East African / Hausa form of Arabic Ruqayya.
Is Rukiya a Muslim name?
Yes. Rukiya is a local form of Ruqayya, a Muslim name borne by a daughter of the Prophet ﷺ.
How do you write Rukiya in Arabic?
Rukiya is written رقية in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Rukiya?
Rukiya is pronounced roo-KEE-yah.