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Ruqayyah Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History

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Overview

The meaning of the name "ruqayyah" is "one who rises or ascends", and is used often for "girls".

Name
ruqayyah
Meaning
one who rises or ascends
Pronunciation
roo-kah-yah
Used for
girls
Syllables
3

Ruqayyah Name Details

Ruqayyah is an Arabic name that has its roots in Islamic history. It is a feminine form of the name Ruqayy, which means 'rise' or 'ascend' in Arabic. Ruqayyah was the name of one of the daughters of the Islamic prophet Muhammad. She was married to Uthman ibn Affan, who later became the third caliph of the Rashidun Caliphate. Ruqayyah played a significant role in the early days of Islam and is revered as a symbol of patience and endurance.

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