Ruqaya, Name Meaning in Islam

رُقَيَّة

Ruqaya

Ruqaya

Meaning

Ascent, rise

Origin

Arabic

Gender

👧 Girl

Prophet Connection

Daughter of the Prophet ﷺ

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Ruqaya mean in Islam?

Ascent, rise

Is Ruqaya mentioned in the Quran?

Ruqaya is not directly mentioned in the Quran but is a recognized Islamic name.

Is Ruqaya a prophet name?

Daughter of the Prophet ﷺ

What is the Arabic of Ruqaya?

The Arabic of Ruqaya is "رُقَيَّة".

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