Rokhaya
Arabic · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Rokhaya
Rokhaya is a feminine given name of Arabic origin meaning "gentle" or "soft," derived from the Arabic root related to softness and tenderness.
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Etymology
Rokhaya is a feminine given name of Arabic origin meaning "gentle" or "soft," derived from the Arabic root related to softness and tenderness. The name is primarily used in Senegal and other West African countries with Muslim populations, particularly among Wolof and Fulani peoples, reflecting Islamic naming traditions in the region.
Rokhaya currently ranks #16,776 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2005.
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