Rukhsana

Meaning of Rukhsana

Rukhsana is a beautiful and culturally rich name of Arabic origin, often chosen for baby girls. Pronounced as rook-SAH-nah (/rukˈsana/), this name carries an air of elegance and tradition. Rukhsana means "brilliant" or "beautiful," making it a meaningful choice for parents seeking to bestow a name with positive connotations upon their child. While the variation Rukhsanah exists, both forms share the same lovely essence. Although relatively rare in the United States, with only five occurrences in 2022 ranking it at 15,275, Rukhsana remains a cherished name within communities that value its historical and cultural significance.

Pronunciation

Arabic

  • Pronunced as rook-SAH-nah (/rukˈsana/)

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    Notable People Named Rukhsana

    Rukhsana Kausar KC is a brave Gujjar woman from Upper Kalsi, known for her courageous act of shooting a LeT terrorist at her home in Jammu and Kashmir, India, and has been awarded the India National Bravery Award for her bravery.
    Rukhsana Shah is a Pakistani politician who served as a Member of the Provincial Assembly of Sindh from 2008 to May 2018.
    Rukhsana Kausar is a Pakistani politician who served as a member of the Provincial Assembly of the Punjab from August 2018 to January 2023.
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