Rumaisah
Rumaisah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Name of a woman Companion”.
| Meaning | Name of a woman Companion |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | رميصاء |
| Pronunciation | roo-MAY-sah |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Rumaisah
Rumaisah is a spelling of al-Rumayṣāʾ with a final h for the closing vowel. It was the name by which Umm Sulaym bint Milḥān, mother of Anas ibn Mālik, was known; the Prophet ﷺ mentioned hearing her footsteps in Paradise. The exact word meaning is uncertain, so the name is chosen chiefly for this Companion.
Is Rumaisah a Muslim name?
Yes. Rumaisah is a Muslim name honouring al-Rumayṣāʾ (Umm Sulaym), a celebrated woman Companion of the Prophet ﷺ.
Where is the name Rumaisah used?
Used by English-speaking and South Asian Muslim families who prefer the final -h spelling.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rumaisah mean?
Rumaisah means 'Name of a woman Companion'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Rumaisah a Muslim name?
Yes. Rumaisah is a Muslim name honouring al-Rumayṣāʾ (Umm Sulaym), a celebrated woman Companion of the Prophet ﷺ.
How do you write Rumaisah in Arabic?
Rumaisah is written رميصاء in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Rumaisah?
Rumaisah is pronounced roo-MAY-sah.