Ruqiya
Ruqiya is a Muslim girl name meaning “Form of Ruqayya, daughter of the Prophet”.
| Meaning | Form of Ruqayya, daughter of the Prophet |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | رقية |
| Pronunciation | roo-KEE-yah |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Ruqiya
Ruqiya is an East African and Somali spelling of Ruqayya, the name of a daughter of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and Khadija. Ruqayya married ʿUthmān ibn ʿAffān and made the migration to Abyssinia with him. The name is usually explained as related to rising or ascent, or to ruqya, protective recitation, though its exact derivation is debated.
Is Ruqiya a Muslim name?
Yes. Ruqiya is a Muslim name, a spelling of Ruqayya, the daughter of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
Where is the name Ruqiya used?
Common in Somalia, Kenya, Tanzania and Ethiopia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ruqiya mean?
Ruqiya means 'Form of Ruqayya, daughter of the Prophet'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Ruqiya a Muslim name?
Yes. Ruqiya is a Muslim name, a spelling of Ruqayya, the daughter of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
How do you write Ruqiya in Arabic?
Ruqiya is written رقية in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Ruqiya?
Ruqiya is pronounced roo-KEE-yah.