Raheem
Raheem is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Merciful, compassionate”.
| Meaning | Merciful, compassionate |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | رحيم |
| Pronunciation | rah-HEEM |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Worldwide, Pakistan, Nigeria |
Meaning and origin of Raheem
Raheem, or Raḥīm, means merciful and compassionate, from the root r-ḥ-m, mercy. Al-Raḥīm belongs to the divine names and is recited in every Bismillah. Yet the word is also used of human beings, and the Quran itself applies it to the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, calling him kind and merciful toward the believers. For this reason Raheem by itself is widely used, side by side with the longer ʿAbd al-Raḥīm.
Is Raheem a Muslim name?
Using Raheem as a personal name is permissible, and many parents also opt for Abdur Raheem, meaning servant of the Most Merciful. It echoes the Quran's opening verse: 'In the name of God, the Most Merciful, the Most Compassionate (al-Raḥīm)' (Quran 1:1).
How popular is Raheem?
It is used throughout the Muslim world, with this spelling common in South Asia, Nigeria and the English-speaking diaspora.
Gifts with the name Raheem
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Spellings and variants of Raheem
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Raheem mean?
Raheem means 'Merciful, compassionate'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Raheem a Muslim name?
Using Raheem as a personal name is permissible, and many parents also opt for Abdur Raheem, meaning servant of the Most Merciful. It echoes the Quran's opening verse: 'In the name of God, the Most Merciful, the Most Compassionate (al-Raḥīm)' (Quran 1:1).
How do you pronounce Raheem?
Raheem is pronounced rah-HEEM.
Is Raheem a boy or girl name?
Raheem is usually a boy name.