Rzayeva is an Azerbaijani feminine surname, the counterpart of the masculine surname Rzayev. It is a patronymic name meaning "daughter of Rza", which itself is the Azerbaijani form of Rida, an Arabic name derived from رضًا (riḍan) meaning "satisfaction, contentment". The name Rida is notably associated with Ali ar-Rida, a 9th-century Shia imam. Cultural Significance In Azerbaijani culture, surnames ending in -ova or -yeva indicate the feminine form, following the pattern of many Turkic and Slavic languages. The practice of forming feminine surnames with such suffixes reflects the patriarchal tradition of naming after the father or husband. Notable Bearers Notable women with this surname include Hagigat Rzayeva (1907–1969), an Azerbaijani actress and singer. Other bearers mentioned in the masculine form Rzayev include Anar Rzayev, a writer and film director; Dadash Rzayev, a former defense minister; and several sports figures. Meaning: Feminine form of Rzayev ("daughter of Rza") Origin: Azerbaijani (Arabic-rooted via Rza/Rida) Type: Patronymic surname Usage Regions: Azerbaijan and the South Caucasus