Ruqaya
Ruqaya is a Muslim girl name meaning “Ascent, rising”.
| Meaning | Ascent, rising |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | رقية |
| Pronunciation | roo-KAI-yah |
| Arabic root | ر ق ي (r-q-y) — to rise, to ascend |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Ruqaya
Ruqaya is a simplified spelling of Ruqayya with a single y. The name is usually derived from the root r-q-y, 'to rise or climb'. It was borne by Ruqayya, daughter of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and Khadija, who was among the early emigrants to Abyssinia with her husband ʿUthmān.
Is Ruqaya a Muslim name?
Yes. Ruqaya is a spelling of Ruqayya, the name of a daughter of the Prophet ﷺ, and is a classic Muslim girls' name.
Where is the name Ruqaya used?
Used across the Muslim world; this single-y spelling is common in Egypt and the diaspora.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ruqaya mean?
Ruqaya means 'Ascent, rising'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Ruqaya a Muslim name?
Yes. Ruqaya is a spelling of Ruqayya, the name of a daughter of the Prophet ﷺ, and is a classic Muslim girls' name.
How do you write Ruqaya in Arabic?
Ruqaya is written رقية in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Ruqaya?
Ruqaya is pronounced roo-KAI-yah.