UK girl's name
Rukayat
A feminine Arabic name meaning "adoration" or "piety".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2016. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Rukayat is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Rukayat popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2016 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5785, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2009, with 5 births.
This profile covers 23 England and Wales registrations across 6 recorded years from 1996 to 2016. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 60% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 23 living people in the UK are called Rukayat. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2017 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Rukayat ranked #5785 for girls in England and Wales in 2016, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2009, when 5 girls were registered as Rukayat.
- • About 23 living people in the UK are estimated to have Rukayat as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5785
2016
Births in 2016
3
Latest year
Peak year
2009
5 births
Estimated living
23
2026
Meaning
What does Rukayat mean?
The name Rukayat is of Arabic origin and has been in use for centuries within Islamic cultures. It is derived from the Arabic word "ruku," meaning "prostration" or "bowing down," and is often associated with the concept of submission and devotion to Allah.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Rukayat can be found in the Quran, the central religious text of Islam. In Surat Al-Nahl (The Bee), verse 49 mentions "Wama khuliqas-samawatu wal-ardu illa bil-haqqi," which translates to "And the heavens and the earth were not created except in truth." This verse is often interpreted as a call for submission and devotion to the Creator, aligning with the meaning of Rukayat.
Throughout Islamic history, several notable figures have borne the name Rukayat. One such individual was Rukayat bint Husayn (1010-1094), a renowned poet and scholar from the Abbasid era. Her works explored themes of love, spirituality, and the beauty of nature, and she was highly regarded for her literary contributions.
Another notable Rukayat was Rukayat al-Mawsiliya (1187-1270), a renowned musician and singer from the Ayyubid period. She was widely celebrated for her mastery of Arabic music and her ability to captivate audiences with her powerful voice and emotive performances.
In the 14th century, Rukayat bint Abi Bakr (1305-1380) was a prominent Islamic scholar and jurist from the Mamluk Sultanate. She was highly respected for her expertise in Islamic jurisprudence and her contributions to the study of Sharia law.
The name Rukayat also found its way into the realm of literature and poetry. In the 16th century, Rukayat al-Misriya (1520-1592) was a renowned Egyptian poet whose works explored themes of love, longing, and spiritual devotion. Her poetry was widely popular and celebrated for its beauty and emotional depth.
While the name Rukayat has its roots in the Arabic language and Islamic culture, it has transcended geographical boundaries and has been adopted by various communities around the world. The name continues to be popular among Muslim families, serving as a reminder of the importance of submission and devotion to one's faith.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Rukayat over time
The chart below shows babies named Rukayat registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2016. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Rukayat, the clearest high point is 2009. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2016, compared with 5 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Rukayat by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Rukayat was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #5221 | 11 | 3 |
| 2000s | #4367 | 8 | 2 |
| 1990s | #3126 | 4 | 1 |
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Names similar to Rukayat
- Ruby 60,551
- Rebecca 45,764
- Rosie 35,558
- Rachel 19,034
- Rose 18,043
- Robyn 14,556
- Rosa 6,236
- Rhiannon 6,180
- Rachael 4,702
- Rebekah 4,395
- Rhianna 4,177
- Ruth 4,118
FAQ
Rukayat: questions and answers
How popular is the name Rukayat in the UK right now?
In 2016, Rukayat was ranked #5785 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Rukayat most popular?
The peak year on record was 2009, with 5 babies registered as Rukayat in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Rukayat?
A feminine Arabic name meaning "adoration" or "piety".
How many people are called Rukayat in the UK?
A total of 23 babies have been registered as Rukayat across the 6 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.