Ruqaiyah
Girl nameRuqaiyah has been given to 72 babies in the U.S. since 1997. It peaked in 2003. In 2025, about 1 in 321,453 girls was named Ruqaiyah.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
72
Peak year
2003 (9 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1997
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
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FAQ
How popular is the name Ruqaiyah?
Ruqaiyah has been given to 72 babies in the U.S. since 1997. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Ruqaiyah peak?
Ruqaiyah peaked in 2003, when 9 babies were given the name.
Is Ruqaiyah a girl or boy name?
Ruqaiyah is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Ruqaiyah are girls).
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