Ruhina

Ruhina is a feminine given name used in parts of the Middle East and South Asia, and among diaspora communities worldwide. It is commonly found in Urdu-, Persian-, and Arabic-speaking contexts, where names of this type are a part of cultural naming traditions.

Etymology and meaning: Ruhina is generally derived from ruh, a word in Persian and Arabic meaning spirit or soul. The suffix -ina is a common feminine ending in many languages, yielding a given name that evokes notions of life, essence, or inner spirit.

Usage and variants: The name is rendered in several spellings through transliteration from Persian or Arabic scripts, including Ruhina, Roohina, and Rooheena. The choice of spelling often reflects regional linguistic practices or family preference.

Cultural context: Names based on abstract qualities such as spirit or soul are common in naming traditions across the regions where Ruhina is used. The name is typically chosen for its melodic sound and positive associations with vitality and inner life.

See also: Related names that reflect similar roots or meanings include Ruhi and Rooh, which also draw on the semantic field of spirit or soul.

Notes: Ruhina’s exact popularity and distribution can vary by country and community, and it may be found across different languages and religious traditions that share Persian or Arabic linguistic influence.