Raheem
Raheem is a Muslim boy name meaning “Merciful, compassionate”.
| Meaning | Merciful, compassionate |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | رحيم |
| Pronunciation | rah-HEEM |
| Arabic root | ر ح م (r-ḥ-m) — mercy, compassion |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Raheem
Raheem (Raḥīm) means merciful and compassionate. Al-Raḥīm is one of the Names of God, recited in every Bismillah, but the word raḥīm is also used for people, and the Quran describes the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ as kind and merciful to the believers. For that reason Raheem on its own is widely used, alongside the fuller ʿAbd al-Raḥīm.
Is Raheem a Muslim name?
Yes. Raheem is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning merciful. It is permissible as a personal name, and many families also choose Abdur Raheem, 'servant of the Most Merciful'.
Is Raheem in the Quran?
It appears in the opening verse of the Quran: 'In the name of God, the Most Merciful, the Most Compassionate (al-Raḥīm)' (Quran 1:1).
Where is the name Raheem used?
Used across the Muslim world; this spelling is common in South Asia, Nigeria and the English-speaking diaspora.
Gifts with the name Raheem
- Raheem name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
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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 comes from Arabic.
Is Raheem a Muslim name?
Yes. Raheem is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning merciful. It is permissible as a personal name, and many families also choose Abdur Raheem, 'servant of the Most Merciful'.
How do you write Raheem in Arabic?
Raheem is written رحيم in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Raheem?
Raheem is pronounced rah-HEEM.
Is Raheem mentioned in the Quran?
It appears in the opening verse of the Quran: 'In the name of God, the Most Merciful, the Most Compassionate (al-Raḥīm)' (Quran 1:1).