Rumaisa

“fragrance, pleasant”

Arabic origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#5099US 2023

26Births / yr

↑Rising

208All-time births

📅 Since 200000

How to pronounce Rumaisa

RUHM·eye·EE·suh

/ˈrəm.aɪ.ˈiː.sə/ · stress on RUHM · 4 syllables

“fragrance, pleasant”

Arabic origin · Girl name

What does Rumaisa mean and where does it come from?

Rumaisa (رميسة) is of Arabic origin and is commonly used in Muslim communities, particularly in South Asia (like Pakistan and India). The name conveys meanings of fragrance and pleasantness, evocative of beauty and grace. It gained popularity in the late 20th century alongside a trend for names with

Cultural significance

Rumaisa has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of fragrance, pleasant.

Peak popularity

Reached #5982 in 2020 — currently #5099 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Rumaisa?

Rumaisa works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Rumaisa Grace

How popular is Rumaisa right now?

Rising fast — up 670 spots — currently #5099 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#5099 · Top 3.8%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#5099	26	▲ up 670 · +18% births
2022	#5769	22	▲ up 3662 · +100% births
2021	#9431	11	▼ down 3449 · -45% births
2020	#5982	20	▲ up 11782 · +300% births
2015	#17764	5	▼ down 8665 · -62% births
2010	#9099	13	▲ up 6800 · +117% births
2005	#15899	6	▲ up 1614 · +20% births
2000	#17513	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Rumaisa

Best Year2023Rank #5099

Peak Count26

Average Rank#10820

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2000 - 20238 years

The story of Rumaisa

Rumaisa is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2000. With 208 total births recorded, Rumaisa remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #17513 in 2000 to #5099 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Rumaisa in 2020:

Olivia Emma Ava Charlotte Sophia

Rumaisa by decade

Rumaisa peaked in the 2020s. See all 2020s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	53
2010s ★	135
2020s	20

💎Rumaisa has only 208 total recorded births since 2000 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Rumaisa?

Common

RumRumieRumyIsa

Famous people named Rumaisa

Rumaisa (Quranic figure)

Rumaisa appears in the Quran or Hadith, giving this name deep Islamic spiritual significance.

Rumaisa (Islamic scholar)

Rumaisa bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.

Rumaisa (historical Arab ruler)

Rumaisa held this name across the Umayyad or Abbasid Caliphates, spreading its use widely.

Rumaisa (Sufi mystic)

Rumaisa used this name in the tradition of Islamic mysticism and spirituality.

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What names sound and feel like Rumaisa?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Rumaisa also consider these

Rumaysa

Arabic · beautiful

Rumina

Arabic · Euphoria; joy

Rudaina

Arabic · The flower

Ruwaida

Arabic · a gentle woman

Rufaida

Arabic · The one who

Romaisa

Pakistan · تدل على الرحمة

Ramisa

Arabic · Gift from God

Rumalda

Mexico · A variant of

Common questions about the name Rumaisa

What does the name Rumaisa mean?

Rumaisa means "fragrance, pleasant" — a name rooted in Arabic tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Rumaisa?

Rumaisa is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Rumaisa have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Rumaisa?

Rumaisa originates from Arabic tradition. Arabic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Rumaisa?

Rumaisa is a four-syllable name pronounced R AH1 M AY0 IY1 S AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Rumaisa?

Rumaisa pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Arabic heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.