Raabiya
Raabiya is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “The fourth (daughter)”.
| Meaning | The fourth (daughter) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | رابعة |
| Pronunciation | RAH-bee-yah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Central Asia |
Meaning and origin of Raabiya
Raabiya is a rendering of Rābiʿa, an Arabic name whose literal sense is 'fourth', from the root r-b-ʿ. The spelling with a y before the final vowel mirrors how the name sounds in South Asia and Central Asia, much like the Uyghur form Rabiya. Its renown rests on Rābiʿa al-ʿAdawiyya of Basra, the ascetic whose prayers of selfless devotion to God are still quoted today.
Is Raabiya a Muslim name?
As a spelling of Rabia, Raabiya belongs to a time-honoured line of names linked with one of the most celebrated women saints in Islam.
How popular is Raabiya?
It is found mainly in South Asia and among South Asian families abroad.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Raabiya mean?
Raabiya means 'The fourth (daughter)'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Raabiya a Muslim name?
As a spelling of Rabia, Raabiya belongs to a time-honoured line of names linked with one of the most celebrated women saints in Islam.
How do you pronounce Raabiya?
Raabiya is pronounced RAH-bee-yah.
Is Raabiya a boy or girl name?
Raabiya is usually a girl name.