Rakiya
The Hausa form of Ruqayya, an Arabic name most likely from a root meaning "to rise".
Meaning and origin
Rakiya is how Hausa speakers say and spell Ruqayya, an old Arabic girl's name.
How to pronounce Rakiya
| Hausa (Nigeria) | rah-KEE-yah /raˈkija/ |
|---|
About this entry
Drafted with the help of an AI model, then checked by a person. Last checked on 16 September 2026.
The sources behind this entry are listed in the app.