Rumaysa
Rumaysa is a Muslim girl name meaning “Diminutive Arabic name; literal sense debated”.
| Meaning | Diminutive Arabic name; literal sense debated |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | الرميصاء |
| Pronunciation | roo-MAY-sah |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Rumaysa
Rumaysa (al-Rumayṣāʾ) is a classical Arabic diminutive whose literal meaning is unclear and explained differently by scholars. It is known as a name of Umm Sulaym bint Milḥān, mother of Anas ibn Mālik. In a hadith in Sahih al-Bukhari the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said he heard footsteps in Paradise and was told it was al-Rumayṣāʾ, which is why parents choose it.
Is Rumaysa a Muslim name?
Yes. Rumaysa is a Muslim name, honouring Umm Sulaym, the Companion the Prophet ﷺ saw in Paradise.
Where is the name Rumaysa used?
Increasingly popular in Pakistan, India, the UK and North America.
Gifts with the name Rumaysa
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Spellings and variants of Rumaysa
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rumaysa mean?
Rumaysa means 'Diminutive Arabic name; literal sense debated'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Rumaysa a Muslim name?
Yes. Rumaysa is a Muslim name, honouring Umm Sulaym, the Companion the Prophet ﷺ saw in Paradise.
How do you write Rumaysa in Arabic?
Rumaysa is written الرميصاء in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Rumaysa?
Rumaysa is pronounced roo-MAY-sah.