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At a Glance
- Gender
- Primarily used for girls
- Pronunciation
- ROO-kee-uh
Rukia is a rare choice in the U.S., with only a small number of babies given the name in any recent year. In 2024, just 7 girls received it, and even at its highest point it never became widely used. If you're looking for a name almost no one else in the room will share, Rukia fits that description well.
Meaning & Origin of Rukia
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How to Pronounce Rukia
ROO-kee-uhIPA /ˈruːkiə/
Popularity of Rukia
Rukia reached its highest point in 2020, when 19 babies were named Rukia and it ranked #6282 nationally. By 2024, that had dropped to 7 babies and a rank of #13161.
Names Like Rukia
These names have followed a similar path to Rukia in U.S. popularity over the years.
FAQ
How do you pronounce Rukia?
Rukia is pronounced ROO-kee-uh (IPA: /ˈruːkiə/).
Is Rukia a popular name right now?
Rukia peaked at #6282 in 2020 and is ranked #13161 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 2003–2024.)
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