Girl name
Rüveyda name meaning
“gently, without haste; a little respite”
Rüveyda means “gently, without haste” or “a little respite.” It comes from Arabic ruwaydā, a word expressing slowness or the granting of a short interval. Used for girls in Türkiye, the name has a direct textual association with the same word in the Quran, where it conveys a brief respite.
- Gender
- ♀ Girl
- Origin
- Arabic
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity
- In TÜİK lists
What does Rüveyda mean?
Gently, without haste; a little respite
In Turkish: yavaşça, acele etmeden; biraz mühlet
Rüveyda is chiefly encountered as a personal name in Turkish, but its source is an expression of gentleness or allowing time. It occurs in the Quran in a context of granting brief respite. That usage supports its meaning without implying any rank among created beings.
How popular is Rüveyda?
Official figures: TÜİK newborn name lists (2018–2025, the top 30 for Türkiye and each of the 81 provinces every year) and the most common names in the population.
- Province lists
- 12provinces
Where is Rüveyda in the top 30?
12 provinces · the latest year each province listed it
Source: TurkStat (TÜİK), Address-Based Population Registration System. The lists cover the top 30 names per year, sex and province; no official counts are published for less common names. All statistics →
Origin of the name Rüveyda
Rüveyda derives from Arabic ruwaydā. The form conveys proceeding gently or allowing a little time or respite.
| Linguistic origin | Arabic |
|---|---|
| Naming tradition | Islamic |
| In Islamic history | Names found in the Quran |
| Is Rüveyda in the Quran? | As a word · رويدا · 86:17The source word رويدا occurs in the Quran in Surah At-Tariq, within an expression granting a brief respite. |
| Starts with | R |
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is common says nothing certain about any one person’s background, faith or origin.
Double names with Rüveyda
Double-name ideas built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each name.
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Rüveyda Belkıs
Meaning of each name
- Rüveyda: gently, without haste; a little respite
- Belkıs: the traditional name of the Queen of Sheba
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Nefise Rüveyda
Meaning of each name
- Nefise: precious, exquisite, highly valuable
- Rüveyda: gently, without haste; a little respite
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Rüveyda Aliye
Meaning of each name
- Rüveyda: gently, without haste; a little respite
- Aliye: exalted, elevated, distinguished
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Hasret Rüveyda
Meaning of each name
- Hasret: longing; sorrow caused by separation
- Rüveyda: gently, without haste; a little respite
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Rüveyda Esranur
Meaning of each name
- Rüveyda: gently, without haste; a little respite
- Esranur: night journey and light
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Mukaddes Rüveyda
Meaning of each name
- Mukaddes: held sacred, revered
- Rüveyda: gently, without haste; a little respite
How to pronounce Rüveyda
| Syllables | 3 · 7 letters · 7-letter girl names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /ɾyvejda/ |
| Arabic | رويدا |
Is Rüveyda a girl’s name?
Yes, Rüveyda is used mostly as a girl’s name. See all girl names.
Rüveyda appears in TÜİK’s most-used name lists. See the statistics section above (Source: TurkStat, ADNKS).
Spellings and similar names
Names that sound like Rüveyda
Famous people named Rüveyda
- Rüveyda Öksüz · b. 1994
FAQ about the name Rüveyda
What is the meaning of Rüveyda?
Rüveyda means “gently, without haste; a little respite”. Rüveyda derives from Arabic ruwaydā. The form conveys proceeding gently or allowing a little time or respite.
Is Rüveyda a girl’s name?
Yes, Rüveyda is used mostly as a girl’s name.
Is Rüveyda in the Quran?
As a word. The source word رويدا occurs in the Quran in Surah At-Tariq, within an expression granting a brief respite. (e.g.: 86:17)
What is the origin of the name Rüveyda?
Rüveyda is of Arabic origin.
How many syllables does Rüveyda have?
Rüveyda has 3 syllables and 7 letters.
How popular is the name Rüveyda?
Rüveyda appears in TÜİK’s most-used name lists. See the statistics section above (Source: TurkStat, ADNKS).
What names go well with Rüveyda?
Some ideas: Rüveyda Belkıs; Nefise Rüveyda; Rüveyda Aliye.
Famous people named Rüveyda?
Notable people named Rüveyda include Rüveyda Öksüz.
Sources and method
Meanings and origins draw on language sources and name dictionaries; popularity figures come from TÜİK’s address-based population register, and notable people from Wikidata.
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