Rumeysa
Rumeysa is a Muslim girl name meaning “Name of a woman Companion”.
| Meaning | Name of a woman Companion |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Turkish form of Arabic Rumayṣāʾ |
| Arabic spelling | رميصاء |
| Pronunciation | roo-MAY-sah |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Rumeysa
Rumeysa is the Turkish spelling of al-Rumayṣāʾ, the name or nickname of Umm Sulaym bint Milḥān, a Companion of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and mother of Anas ibn Mālik. In a hadith in Bukhari, the Prophet ﷺ said he saw al-Rumayṣāʾ in Paradise. The name has become very popular in Turkey in recent decades.
Is Rumeysa a Muslim name?
Yes. Rumeysa is a Muslim name taken from al-Rumaysa, the Companion Umm Sulaym, mother of Anas ibn Malik.
Where is the name Rumeysa used?
A popular modern name in Turkey; Rumaisa is the usual spelling in South Asia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rumeysa mean?
Rumeysa means 'Name of a woman Companion'. It comes from Turkish form of Arabic Rumayṣāʾ.
Is Rumeysa a Muslim name?
Yes. Rumeysa is a Muslim name taken from al-Rumaysa, the Companion Umm Sulaym, mother of Anas ibn Malik.
How do you write Rumeysa in Arabic?
Rumeysa is written رميصاء in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Rumeysa?
Rumeysa is pronounced roo-MAY-sah.