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Ruqayyah

roo-KY-yah

/ruːˈkaɪjɑː/

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ruqayyah

Name meaning and origin

Origin
Arabic (widespread Muslim world)
Meaning
Charm; amulet; daughter of the Prophet Muhammad
Gender
female

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