Raxma
Raxma is a Muslim girl name meaning “Mercy, compassion”.
| Meaning | Mercy, compassion |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Somali spelling of Arabic Raḥma |
| Arabic spelling | رحمة |
| Pronunciation | RAH-mah |
| Arabic root | ر ح م (r-ḥ-m) — mercy, compassion |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Raxma
Raxma is the Somali spelling of Raḥma, 'mercy'. In Somali writing x stands for the Arabic ḥ. The same root gives al-Raḥmān and al-Raḥīm, the names of God in the Basmala. Mercy is one of the central qualities of God and of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ in Islamic teaching.
Is Raxma a Muslim name?
Yes. Raxma is a Muslim name, the Somali spelling of Rahma, meaning 'mercy'.
Is Raxma in the Quran?
The word appears often: 'We have not sent you except as a mercy (raḥma) to the worlds' (Quran 21:107).
Where is the name Raxma used?
Used among Somalis; Rahma is common everywhere in the Muslim world.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Raxma mean?
Raxma means 'Mercy, compassion'. It comes from Somali spelling of Arabic Raḥma.
Is Raxma a Muslim name?
Yes. Raxma is a Muslim name, the Somali spelling of Rahma, meaning 'mercy'.
How do you write Raxma in Arabic?
Raxma is written رحمة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Raxma?
Raxma is pronounced RAH-mah.
Is Raxma mentioned in the Quran?
The word appears often: 'We have not sent you except as a mercy (raḥma) to the worlds' (Quran 21:107).