Rahim: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: r-ahh-eem
Origin: UAE
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Region Origin: North Africa, Western Asia, Middle East
Meaning: Compassionate

Rahim is an Arabic name meaning "compassionate" and "kind. " It shares the same root as Raheem and is also derived from the triconsonantal root R-H-M. The name Rahim is less commonly used in the United States but holds cultural and religious significance, particularly in Islamic traditions. Its importance lies in its association with divine mercy and its potential to inspire compassionate behavior.

Rahim Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Rahim is currently #6862 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Rahim is currently #2998 on Kiindred Boy Names
chat-overall Australian: Rahim is currently #3502 on Kiindred Australian Names

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