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Rabia

RA-bee-uh

Rabia is a girl’s name of Arabic origin, meaning “Rabia is an Arabic name meaning 'fourth'. It is also famously associated with Rabia al-Adawiyya, an influential Sufi mystic and saint.”. It currently ranks #9387 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1997.

Letters5
Syllables3
OriginArabic

What Rabia Means

Rabia is an Arabic name meaning 'fourth'. It is also famously associated with Rabia al-Adawiyya, an influential Sufi mystic and saint.

The Story of Rabia

This name, echoing ancient wisdom and deep spirituality, carries a saint's legacy, waiting to guide your daughter.

Rabia is an Arabic name signifying 'fourth,' but its true resonance comes from Rabia al-Adawiyya, an influential eighth-century Sufi mystic and saint. Her profound devotion and spiritual teachings have echoed through centuries, making the name synonymous with deep wisdom, compassion, and divine love. It is a name tied to a powerful spiritual lineage.

Saying 'Rabia' aloud feels like a quiet act of devotion, a name that settles into your soul with peace. You sense in it the wisdom of a spiritual guide, a deep well of compassion you hope your daughter will embody. When you write her name, you feel the profound connection to a legacy of profound spiritual strength.

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Numerology

6

The Nurturer

Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.

Famous Namesakes

  • Rabia al-Adawiyya

    Early female Sufi mystic and one of the most famous saints.

Personality Traits

SpiritualDevoutCompassionateWise

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#30 in 1997

Total Births

854

First Recorded

1973

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