Rabiya
Rabiya 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 | Central Asia, Pakistan, India |
Meaning and origin of Rabiya
Rabiya is a form of Rābiʿa, an Arabic name meaning 'fourth', from the root r-b-ʿ. Despite claims on some lists, it does not mean princess. This spelling is widely used by Uyghurs, in other parts of Central Asia and across South Asia. A prominent modern bearer is Rebiya Kadeer, the Uyghur activist and businesswoman, whose first name is simply a regional form of the same name.
Is Rabiya a Muslim name?
Rabiya is a variant spelling of Rabia, a name with a long and honoured place in Muslim families.
How popular is Rabiya?
It turns up in Central Asia, in Uyghur communities and across South Asia.
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Spellings and variants of Rabiya
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rabiya mean?
Rabiya means 'The fourth (daughter)'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Rabiya a Muslim name?
Rabiya is a variant spelling of Rabia, a name with a long and honoured place in Muslim families.
How do you pronounce Rabiya?
Rabiya is pronounced RAH-bee-yah.
Is Rabiya a boy or girl name?
Rabiya is usually a girl name.