Ruqayyah
/ru-QAY-yah/
Gentle, rise upward
Gender
Girl
Origin
Arabic
Language
Arabic
Religion
Islam
Pronunciation
ru-QAY-yah
Length
8 letters
Lucky number
8
Zodiac
Libra
Popularity
622
About the name Ruqayyah
Ruqayyah means “Gentle, rise upward” and is a daughter of the Prophet. It stays a steady choice among Muslim names of Arabic origin, and one of the better-known girls' names.
Origin & meaning
The name carries Arabic roots, with the core sense of “Gentle, rise upward”.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ruqayyah mean?
Ruqayyah means "Gentle, rise upward", and is of Arabic origin.
Is Ruqayyah a boy or a girl name?
Ruqayyah is commonly used as a girl name.
What is the origin of the name Ruqayyah?
The name Ruqayyah originates from Arabic.