Rukhsana
Rukhsana is a Muslim girl name of Persian origin, meaning “Bright; of radiant face”.
| Meaning | Bright; of radiant face |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Persian |
| Written as | رخسانہ |
| Pronunciation | rookh-SAH-nah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Afghanistan |
Meaning and origin of Rukhsana
Rukhsana is a Persian name usually tied to an Old Persian word for 'bright' or 'shining'. That is the very source of Roxana, the princess from Bactria who became Alexander's wife. Later Persian and Urdu speakers also heard rukh, meaning face, inside it, which added the idea of a radiant face, and for generations it has been a favourite name for girls across South Asia.
Is Rukhsana a Muslim name?
Rukhsana is a Persian rather than Arabic name, yet Muslim families in Pakistan, India and Afghanistan have long embraced it, and its sense of brightness is wholly fitting.
How popular is Rukhsana?
Muslim women in Pakistan, India, Bangladesh and Afghanistan often carry it, especially those born between the 1950s and 1990s.
Gifts with the name Rukhsana
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rukhsana mean?
Rukhsana means 'Bright; of radiant face'. It is of Persian origin.
Is Rukhsana a Muslim name?
Rukhsana is a Persian rather than Arabic name, yet Muslim families in Pakistan, India and Afghanistan have long embraced it, and its sense of brightness is wholly fitting.
How do you pronounce Rukhsana?
Rukhsana is pronounced rookh-SAH-nah.
Is Rukhsana a boy or girl name?
Rukhsana is usually a girl name.