Ruqayya
Meaning of Ruqayya
The name Ruqayya, pronounced as roo-KAY-yah (/ruːˈkaɪjə/), is of Arabic origin and holds significant cultural and historical importance. It is a feminine name often associated with grace and beauty. In Islamic tradition, Ruqayya was the name of one of the daughters of the Prophet Muhammad, which adds a layer of reverence and respect to the name. Variations of this name include Rukayya and Rukaiya, offering slight differences in spelling while maintaining the same melodic pronunciation. Over recent years, the popularity of Ruqayya in the United States has seen a gradual increase, with occurrences peaking at 21 newborns named Ruqayya in 2023, ranking it at 5727 for that year. This subtle yet steady rise indicates a growing appreciation for this elegant and meaningful name among new parents.
Pronunciation
Arabic
- Pronunced as roo-KAY-yah (/ruːˈkaɪjə/)
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Notable People Named Ruqayya
| Ruqayya bint Husayn - Ruqayya bint al-Ḥusayn was a young daughter of Husayn ibn Ali, who died at the age of about three after the Battle of Karbala and is associated with a shrine in Damascus, making her a popular figure for Shia pilgrimage. |
| Ruqayya bint Muhammad, the daughter of the Islamic prophet Muhammad and Khadija, married the third caliph Uthman and had a son before passing away in 624 from an illness. |
