Arham
Arham is a Muslim boy name meaning “Most merciful, more compassionate”.
| Meaning | Most merciful, more compassionate |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | أرحم |
| Pronunciation | AR-hum |
| Arabic root | ر ح م (r-ḥ-m) — mercy |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Arham
Arham is the Arabic arḥam, 'more' or 'most merciful'. In the Quran the full phrase arḥam al-rāḥimīn, 'the Most Merciful of those who show mercy', describes God, so some scholars prefer it be understood simply as 'very merciful' when used for a person. It has become one of the most popular boys' names in Pakistan and India.
Is Arham a Muslim name?
Yes. Arham is a Muslim name of Arabic origin from the root of mercy, widely used by Muslim families in South Asia.
Is Arham in the Quran?
It appears in the phrase 'and He is the Most Merciful of the merciful' (Quran 12:92).
Where is the name Arham used?
Very popular in Pakistan and India in recent years.
Gifts with the name Arham
- Arham name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Arham baby gifts (Amazon)
- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Arham
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Arham mean?
Arham means 'Most merciful, more compassionate'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Arham a Muslim name?
Yes. Arham is a Muslim name of Arabic origin from the root of mercy, widely used by Muslim families in South Asia.
How do you write Arham in Arabic?
Arham is written أرحم in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Arham?
Arham is pronounced AR-hum.
Is Arham mentioned in the Quran?
It appears in the phrase 'and He is the Most Merciful of the merciful' (Quran 12:92).