Girl name
Rahimah name meaning
“merciful, compassionate”
Rahimah is a feminine name of Arabic origin meaning merciful or compassionate. It comes from raḥīmah, the feminine form of raḥīm, which carries the same meaning. The relationship between these Arabic forms explains both the name’s feminine usage and the word underlying its meaning.
What does Rahimah mean?
The ending -ah has different backgrounds in Indah, Fatimah, and Aisyah. In some Arabic-derived names, this spelling can represent a feminine ending, but that explanation does not apply to every name ending in -ah. More girl names ending in -ah →
Origin and cultural usage of Rahimah
From Arabic raḥīmah, the feminine form of raḥīm, meaning merciful or compassionate.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Rahimah in Islam and the Quran
Rahimah does not appear in the Quran, either as a name or as a word.
This describes the word and the name, not the religion of anyone who bears it.
Name combinations with Rahimah
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Rahimah, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Rahimah: merciful, compassionate
- Fadlilah: virtue or moral excellence
- Izzah: dignity, might, and honor
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Rahimah Fairuz Nurfadilah
Meaning of each word
- Rahimah: merciful, compassionate
- Fairuz: turquoise gemstone
- Nurfadilah: light of virtue
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Rahimah Zahroh
Meaning of each word
- Rahimah: merciful, compassionate
- Zahroh: a blooming flower
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Meaning of each word
- Faujiah: a woman who achieves victory
- Rahimah: merciful, compassionate
- Khoriyah: good; virtuous
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Rahimah Alvi
Meaning of each word
- Rahimah: merciful, compassionate
- Alvi: associated with Ali
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Meaning of each word
- Rahimah: merciful, compassionate
- Nabila: noble and honourable
- Hasanah: good, beautiful; a good deed
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How to pronounce Rahimah
| Syllables | 3 · 7 letters · 7-letter girl names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /rahimah/ |
| Arabic script | رحيمة |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦫꦲꦶꦩꦃ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮛᮠᮤᮙᮂ |
Is Rahimah a girl’s name?
Yes, Rahimah is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male. See all girl names.
Rahimah ranks #1,541 among girl names in our data sample (6 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Rahimah
Names with related meanings
- Rahmawati♀Compassion, graciousness
- Rachman♂♀Abundant in mercy
- Rahma♀Compassion, mercy
- Rahmi♀Associated with mercy
- Rahmah♀Mercy, loving compassion
- Asih♀Affection and caring
- Rachmawati♀Compassion, graciousness
- Rauf♂♀Deeply kind, compassionate
- Rohmah♀Compassion
- Hanan♂♀Tender affection
- Jane♀God is gracious
- Asiah♀One who cares for or comforts
Famous people named Rahimah
- Rahimah
- Rahimah
- Rahimah Amin
- Rahimah Darmayanti
- Rahimah S. Hanafie. Mz · b. 1977
FAQ about the name Rahimah
What is the meaning of Rahimah?
Rahimah means merciful, compassionate. From Arabic raḥīmah, the feminine form of raḥīm, meaning merciful or compassionate.
Is Rahimah a girl’s name?
Yes, Rahimah is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Rahimah?
Rahimah is of Arabic origin.
Is the name Rahimah in the Quran?
Rahimah does not appear in the Quran, either as a name or as a word.
How many syllables does Rahimah have?
Rahimah has 3 syllables (Ra-hi-mah) and 7 letters.
How popular is the name Rahimah?
Rahimah ranks #1,541 among girl names in our data sample (6 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Rahimah?
Some ideas: Rahimah Fadlilah Izzah; Rahimah Fairuz Nurfadilah; Rahimah Zahroh.
Famous people named Rahimah?
Notable people named Rahimah include Rahimah, Rahimah, Rahimah Amin.
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