Rumaisa
Girl name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Rumaisa: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 2022.
Rumaisa is a beautiful name of Arabic origin, thought to derive from “ruma,” meaning a small, delicate bouquet of flowers, or alternatively from “rumaysa,” a diminutive form implying a gentle or blessed child. It carries a soft, floral elegance that resonates across Muslim communities, including those in Scotland. There are no widely known historical figures bearing this name, and no famous geographical places share its root, but its gentle meaning makes it a quietly appealing choice. A notable connection is that Rumaisa was the name of one of the world’s smallest surviving premature babies, born in 2004, who beat remarkable odds to thrive—a story that has given the name an association with resilience and precious life.
Girl 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20223 babies
- Latest (2022)
- #7603 babies
- Total births
- 3since 2022
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y