Rehmat
Rehmat is a Muslim unisex name of Arabic, Urdu / Persian form origin, meaning “Mercy, compassion, blessing”.
| Meaning | Mercy, compassion, blessing |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Arabic, Urdu / Persian form |
| Written as | رحمت |
| Pronunciation | REH-mut |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India |
Meaning and origin of Rehmat
Rehmat is the Urdu and Punjabi way of saying the Arabic raḥma, mercy, ending in t as Persian does. Its root, r-ḥ-m, gives two of the best-known names of God, al-Raḥmān and al-Raḥīm. In Pakistan the name is given to girls on its own. For boys it usually becomes part of a longer name, as in Rehmatullah or Rehmat Ali.
Is Rehmat a Muslim name?
Rehmat is the South Asian form of the Arabic Rahma. Its root is central to the Quran: 'My mercy encompasses all things' (Quran 7:156).
How popular is Rehmat?
It is common in Pakistan and North India, especially Punjab, for both girls and boys.
Gifts with the name Rehmat
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Spellings and variants of Rehmat
Names similar to Rehmat
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rehmat mean?
Rehmat means 'Mercy, compassion, blessing'. It is of Arabic, Urdu / Persian form origin.
Is Rehmat a Muslim name?
Rehmat is the South Asian form of the Arabic Rahma. Its root is central to the Quran: 'My mercy encompasses all things' (Quran 7:156).
How do you pronounce Rehmat?
Rehmat is pronounced REH-mut.
Is Rehmat a boy or girl name?
Rehmat is used for both boys and girls.