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Rumaisa Pronunciation

Rumaisa is pronounced roo-MY-sah /ruˈmaɪ.sɑ/Medium

Meaning: From Arabic Rumaysa — a name associated with the star Beta Canis Minoris (related to Gomeisa), and of a noble early Muslim womanMedium

In 30 seconds: A star with a story: Rumaisa is a bright Arabian star — and a revered early Muslim woman. Luminous, gentle, and noble.

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Origin MediumArabic

MeaningFrom Arabic Rumaysa — a name associated with the star Beta Canis Minoris (related to Gomeisa), and of a noble early Muslim woman

U.S. rank (2024)#4348 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births33 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 300

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Rumaisa comes from Arabic Rumaysa — recorded as a name for the star Beta Canis Minoris (better known as Gomeisa), and the name of a noble early Muslim woman, Umm Sulaym Rumaysa. A luminous, gentle name across the Muslim world.

Quietly used in Muslim families — a star-name carrying centuries of reverence.

Did you know? Rumaysa is an Arabic name for the star Beta Canis Minoris (usually called Gomeisa) — and of a celebrated companion of the Prophet, Umm Sulaym; it shines two ways.

Overall data confidence 78%

Arabic references — Rumaysa — star and figure

Variations

RumaysaRumaysahRumeysa

Nicknames

Ruma

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How do you pronounce Rumaisa?

Rumaisa is pronounced roo-MY-sah (/ruˈmaɪ.sɑ/). Press play above to hear Rumaisa said aloud.

How do you say Rumaisa?

Rumaisa is said roo-MY-sah (/ruˈmaɪ.sɑ/). Press play above to hear Rumaisa said aloud.

What does the name Rumaisa mean?

Rumaisa is an Arabic star-name, and the name of a noble early Muslim woman.

Is Rumaisa a boy or girl name?

Rumaisa is a girl's name.

How popular is Rumaisa?

Rumaisa is a rare name in the U.S.