Rahima
Rahima is a Muslim girl name meaning “Merciful, kind”.
| Meaning | Merciful, kind |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | رحيمة |
| Pronunciation | rah-HEE-mah |
| Arabic root | ر ح م (r-ḥ-m) — mercy, compassion |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Rahima
Rahima (Raḥīma) is the feminine of Rahim and means a merciful, kind woman. It is common in Bangladesh, India, Central Asia and among Turkic peoples; in Bosnia and Turkey it is spelled Rahima or Rahime. In some traditions Rahima is also given as the name of the wife of the Prophet Ayyub, though this comes from later stories rather than the Quran.
Is Rahima a Muslim name?
Yes. Rahima is a Muslim girl's name of Arabic origin meaning merciful and kind.
Is Rahima in the Quran?
Its root is in the Quran's opening verse: 'In the name of God, the Most Merciful, the Most Compassionate' (Quran 1:1).
Where is the name Rahima used?
Common in Bangladesh, India, Central Asia, Turkey and the Balkans.
Gifts with the name Rahima
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rahima mean?
Rahima means 'Merciful, kind'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Rahima a Muslim name?
Yes. Rahima is a Muslim girl's name of Arabic origin meaning merciful and kind.
How do you write Rahima in Arabic?
Rahima is written رحيمة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Rahima?
Rahima is pronounced rah-HEE-mah.
Is Rahima mentioned in the Quran?
Its root is in the Quran's opening verse: 'In the name of God, the Most Merciful, the Most Compassionate' (Quran 1:1).