رحمة

Ramat

girlNigerian form of Arabic Raḥma

Ramat is a Muslim girl name meaning “Mercy”.

MeaningMercy
GenderGirl
OriginNigerian form of Arabic Raḥma
Arabic spellingرحمة
PronunciationRAH-maht
Arabic rootر ح م (r-ḥ-m) — mercy, compassion
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Ramat

Ramat is a Nigerian form of Raḥmat (Raḥma), 'mercy', in which the Arabic ḥ is dropped. It is used by both Yoruba and Hausa Muslims and sits alongside Ramota, Ramatu and Rahmat. God's mercy is among the most repeated themes of the Quran.

Is Ramat a Muslim name?

Yes. Ramat is a Muslim name, a Nigerian form of Raḥma, meaning mercy.

Is Ramat in the Quran?

Its root appears in 'My mercy encompasses all things' (Quran 7:156).

Where is the name Ramat used?

Used among Yoruba and Hausa Muslims in Nigeria.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Ramat mean?

Ramat means 'Mercy'. It comes from Nigerian form of Arabic Raḥma.

Is Ramat a Muslim name?

Yes. Ramat is a Muslim name, a Nigerian form of Raḥma, meaning mercy.

How do you write Ramat in Arabic?

Ramat is written رحمة in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Ramat?

Ramat is pronounced RAH-maht.

Is Ramat mentioned in the Quran?

Its root appears in 'My mercy encompasses all things' (Quran 7:156).

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.