Rahman
Rahman is a Muslim boy name meaning “Most Merciful (a Name of God)”.
| Meaning | Most Merciful (a Name of God) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | رحمن |
| Pronunciation | rah-MAAN |
| Arabic root | ر ح م (r-ḥ-m) — mercy, compassion |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Rahman
Al-Raḥmān, the Most Merciful, is one of the most important Names of God, and the Quran's 55th chapter is named after it. Classical scholars hold that al-Raḥmān is used for God alone, so the traditional personal name is ʿAbd al-Raḥmān, 'servant of the Most Merciful'. Rahman on its own is common in South Asia mainly as a short form of Abdur Rahman or as a family name.
Is Rahman a Muslim name?
Rahman is closely tied to Islam, but scholars advise against naming a child Rahman alone because al-Rahman is reserved for God. The recommended form is Abdur Rahman (Abd al-Rahman), one of the names the Prophet ﷺ called most beloved to God.
Is Rahman in the Quran?
It opens the Quran: 'In the name of God, the Most Merciful (al-Raḥmān), the Most Compassionate' (Quran 1:1).
Where is the name Rahman used?
Common in South Asia as a surname or as a short form of Abdur Rahman.
Gifts with the name Rahman
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Spellings and variants of Rahman
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rahman mean?
Rahman means 'Most Merciful (a Name of God)'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Rahman a Muslim name?
Rahman is closely tied to Islam, but scholars advise against naming a child Rahman alone because al-Rahman is reserved for God. The recommended form is Abdur Rahman (Abd al-Rahman), one of the names the Prophet ﷺ called most beloved to God.
How do you write Rahman in Arabic?
Rahman is written رحمن in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Rahman?
Rahman is pronounced rah-MAAN.
Is Rahman mentioned in the Quran?
It opens the Quran: 'In the name of God, the Most Merciful (al-Raḥmān), the Most Compassionate' (Quran 1:1).