Rokaya, of Arabic origin, is a name that translates to 'compassionate' or 'merciful'. It's composed of two elements: 'raha', meaning 'compassion', and 'ya', a vocative particle indicating direct address. This name is often chosen for its meaningful significance and is used primarily in Muslim communities around the world.
Rokaya saw a steady increase in popularity from 2007 to 2017, with the highest number of births occurring in both 2016 and 2017.