Meaning & History
Rüqəyyə is an Azerbaijani feminine given name, a form of the Arabic name Ruqayya. The name carries multiple possible meanings derived from the Arabic root رقي (raqiya), meaning "to rise." It may be related to رقيّ (ruqīy), meaning "rise" or "ascent," or to رقية (ruqya), meaning "spell" or "incantation."
Historical and Religious Significance
The name Rüqəyyə is deeply rooted in Islamic history, as it was the name of one of the daughters of the Prophet Muhammad. Ruqayya (Rüqəyyə) married Uthman, who later became the third caliph of the Muslims. The name was also borne by daughters of Ali and Husayn, further cementing its significance within early Muslim families. In Azerbaijani culture, Rüqəyyə is a respected name that reflects the Islamic heritage of the region. It is one of several regional variants of the name, which appears in various forms across the Muslim world, including Rukiye in Turkish, Roghayeh in Persian, and Rakiya in Hausa. The Azerbaijani form Rüqəyyə, along with its variant Rüqəyya, is used within Azerbaijan and among Azerbaijani-speaking communities.Linguistic Notes
The name entered Azerbaijani through Arabic as a borrowing, and its pronunciation and spelling have been adapted to Azerbaijani phonology. The word "Rüqəyyə" is typically considered a proper noun and is often declined according to Azerbaijani grammatical rules. While the name carries the spiritual and historical weight of its Arabic origin, it remains a popular choice for girls in Azerbaijan, reflecting both cultural tradition and religious devotion.- Meaning: Rising, ascent; or charm, incantation
- Origin: Arabic, via Azerbaijani
- Type: First name
- Usage: Azerbaijani
- Related forms: Rüqəyya, Ruqayya, Rukiye
Related Names
Sources: Wiktionary — Rüqəyyə