Ruqayya
Ruqayya is a Muslim girl name meaning “Ascent, rising high”.
| Meaning | Ascent, rising high |
|---|---|
| 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 Ruqayya
Ruqayya is a classic Arabic name usually linked to the root r-q-y, meaning to rise or ascend. Its most honoured bearer is Ruqayya bint Muhammad, the second daughter of the Prophet ﷺ and Khadija. She married ʿUthmān ibn ʿAffān, emigrated with him to Abyssinia, and died in Madinah at the time of the Battle of Badr.
Is Ruqayya a Muslim name?
Yes. Ruqayya is one of the most traditional Muslim names for girls, as it was the name of a daughter of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
Where is the name Ruqayya used?
Used throughout the Muslim world, from West Africa to South Asia; Rukiye in Turkey and Rokeya in Bangladesh.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ruqayya mean?
Ruqayya means 'Ascent, rising high'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Ruqayya a Muslim name?
Yes. Ruqayya is one of the most traditional Muslim names for girls, as it was the name of a daughter of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
How do you write Ruqayya in Arabic?
Ruqayya is written رقية in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Ruqayya?
Ruqayya is pronounced roo-KAI-yah.