Rahmatullah
Rahmatullah is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “The mercy of God”.
| Meaning | The mercy of God |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | رحمة الله |
| Pronunciation | rah-mat-ool-LAH |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Afghanistan, Pakistan, India, Central Asia |
Meaning and origin of Rahmatullah
Rahmatullah combines raḥma, mercy, with Allāh, giving 'the mercy of God'. Every Muslim knows the phrase, because it forms part of the full Islamic greeting of peace, 'as-salāmu ʿalaykum wa raḥmatullāh'. As a given name it enjoys particular popularity in Central Asia, India, Pakistan and Afghanistan. Izhar ul-Haqq, a well-known work of the nineteenth century, was written by one celebrated bearer, the Indian scholar Rahmatullah Kairanwi.
Is Rahmatullah a Muslim name?
Rahmatullah is widely used in South and Central Asia. The phrase occurs when angels say to Ibrahim's household: 'The mercy of God and His blessings be upon you, people of the house' (Quran 11:73).
How popular is Rahmatullah?
It is popular in Afghanistan, Pakistan, India, Iran and Central Asia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rahmatullah mean?
Rahmatullah means 'The mercy of God'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Rahmatullah a Muslim name?
Rahmatullah is widely used in South and Central Asia. The phrase occurs when angels say to Ibrahim's household: 'The mercy of God and His blessings be upon you, people of the house' (Quran 11:73).
How do you pronounce Rahmatullah?
Rahmatullah is pronounced rah-mat-ool-LAH.
Is Rahmatullah a boy or girl name?
Rahmatullah is usually a boy name.