Girl name
Rahma name meaning
“compassion, mercy”
Rahma is a feminine name from Arabic meaning compassion or mercy. Its source word, raḥmah, expresses these meanings. The word’s final tāʾ marbūṭah can be pronounced as -a when speech pauses, accounting for that ending in pronunciation. Rachma is a spelling variant of the name.
What does Rahma mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Rahma
From Arabic raḥmah, a word expressing compassion and mercy. Its final tāʾ marbūṭah can be pronounced as -a in pause.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Rahma in Islam and the Quran
Rahma does not appear as a name in the Quran, but its source word (رحمة) does, for example in QS Al-Anbiya [21]: 107.
This describes the word and the name, not the religion of anyone who bears it.
Name combinations with Rahma
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Rahma, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
Rahma as a first name
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Rahma Amira
Interpretation
May this child become a female leader filled with compassion.Meaning of each word
- Rahma: compassion, mercy
- Amira: princess, female leader
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Rahma Sholihah
Interpretation
May this child grow in good character and generosity of heart.Meaning of each word
- Rahma: compassion, mercy
- Sholihah: righteous, virtuous
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Interpretation
May this child possess natural purity, compassion, and affectionate closeness.Meaning of each word
- Rahma: compassion, mercy
- Pitria: natural purity; innate nature
- Ulfa: affection and closeness
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Interpretation
May this child possess noble character, compassion, and bring joy.Meaning of each word
- Rahma: compassion, mercy
- Nabilah: noble, magnanimous
- Farah: joy, gladness
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Rahma Aziza
Interpretation
May this child become a beloved person filled with generosity.Meaning of each word
- Rahma: compassion, mercy
- Aziza: honored, precious, or beloved
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Interpretation
May this child possess nobility and express compassion through deeds.Meaning of each word
- Rahma: compassion, mercy
- Sumaya: exalted, high in standing
- Amaliah: relating to deeds or practice
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Rahma Nurhalimah
Interpretation
May this child radiate the light of compassion and gentleness.Meaning of each word
- Rahma: compassion, mercy
- Nurhalimah: light and gentleness
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Rahma Atika
Interpretation
An image of a compassionate child whose presence resembles spreading fragrance.Meaning of each word
- Rahma: compassion, mercy
- Atika: fragrant; also noble
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Interpretation
May this child become a noble person filled with compassion and forgiveness.Meaning of each word
- Rahma: compassion, mercy
- Aziza: honored, precious, or beloved
- Maghfiroh: forgiveness, pardon
Rahma as a middle name
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Interpretation
May this child be friendly, compassionate, and grow in honor.Meaning of each word
- Anisya: friendly, pleasant as a companion
- Rahma: compassion, mercy
- Sarifah: noble, honourable
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Interpretation
May this child become extraordinary, compassionate, and good in deeds.Meaning of each word
- Nadira: rare, exceptional
- Rahma: compassion, mercy
- Sholehah: righteous, good in conduct
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Interpretation
May this child become an extraordinary example of generosity and compassion.Meaning of each word
- Nadira: rare, exceptional
- Rahma: compassion, mercy
- Uswatun: an example to follow
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Interpretation
May this child become a precious, compassionate, and honorable person.Meaning of each word
- Nafisah: valuable, precious
- Rahma: compassion, mercy
- Izzati: my dignity, my honor
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Interpretation
May this child grow friendly, filled with compassion, and happy.Meaning of each word
- Alifia: friendly, companionable
- Rahma: compassion, mercy
- Saidah: happy, fortunate
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Interpretation
May this child become an intelligent and compassionate female leader.Meaning of each word
- Zaimah: female leader
- Rahma: compassion, mercy
- Fatonah: intelligence, mental acuity
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Interpretation
May this child be friendly, generous, and successful in reaching goals.Meaning of each word
- Alifia: friendly, companionable
- Rahma: compassion, mercy
- Najah: achievement of a goal, success
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Interpretation
May this child become a protective woman filled with compassion.Meaning of each word
- Aulya: protectors or guardians
- Rahma: compassion, mercy
- Nisa: women
Rahma as a last name
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Hasna Rahma
Interpretation
May this child possess beauty of appearance and generosity of heart.Meaning of each word
- Hasna: beautiful, lovely in appearance
- Rahma: compassion, mercy
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Muna Rahma
Interpretation
May this child fulfill many hopes with a heart of compassion.Meaning of each word
- Muna: wishes, aspirations
- Rahma: compassion, mercy
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Ulfa Rahma
Interpretation
May this child bring closeness, affection, and generosity of heart.Meaning of each word
- Ulfa: affection and closeness
- Rahma: compassion, mercy
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Ghina Rahma
Interpretation
May this child live in abundance and possess a generous heart.Meaning of each word
- Ghina: wealth, sufficiency
- Rahma: compassion, mercy
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Sadiyah Rahma
Interpretation
May this child enjoy happiness, good fortune, and a compassionate heart.Meaning of each word
- Sadiyah: fortunate and happy
- Rahma: compassion, mercy
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Dalila Rahma
Interpretation
May this child become a guide filled with compassion and generosity.Meaning of each word
- Dalila: guide, one who shows the way
- Rahma: compassion, mercy
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Interpretation
May this child become a precious guide filled with compassion.Meaning of each word
- Nafisah: valuable, precious
- Dalila: guide, one who shows the way
- Rahma: compassion, mercy
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Kamila Rahma
Interpretation
May this child grow into a whole person filled with generosity.Meaning of each word
- Kamila: whole, complete, perfect
- Rahma: compassion, mercy
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How to pronounce Rahma
| Syllables | 2 · 5 letters · 5-letter girl names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /rahma/ |
| Arabic script | رحمة |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦫꦃꦩ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮛᮂᮙ |
Is Rahma a girl’s name?
Yes, Rahma is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 1% of bearers are male. See all girl names.
Rahma ranks #93 among girl names in our data sample (74 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
The same name in other spellings (for example old and new Indonesian spelling):
Names that sound like Rahma
Names with related meanings
- Rahmawati♀Compassion, graciousness
- Rachman♂♀Abundant in 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
- Rahmania♀Associated with compassion
Famous people named Rahma
- Rahma Landy · b. 1982
- Rahma
- Rahma Azhari · b. 1981
- Rahma Alia · b. 1981
- Rahma Sarita · b. 1975
- Rahma Ahmad · b. 1965
- Rahma Diah · b. 1999
- Rahma Elvira Jowitasari
- Rahma Hayati Fahranticka · b. 1992
- Rahma Hi. Puha · b. 1976
- Rahma Lahude · b. 1965
- Rahma Lina
FAQ about the name Rahma
What is the meaning of Rahma?
Rahma means compassion, mercy. From Arabic raḥmah, a word expressing compassion and mercy. Its final tāʾ marbūṭah can be pronounced as -a in pause.
Is Rahma a girl’s name?
Yes, Rahma is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 1% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Rahma?
Rahma is of Arabic origin.
Is the name Rahma in the Quran?
Rahma does not appear as a name in the Quran, but its source word (رحمة) does, for example in QS Al-Anbiya [21]: 107.
How many syllables does Rahma have?
Rahma has 2 syllables (Rah-ma) and 5 letters.
How popular is the name Rahma?
Rahma ranks #93 among girl names in our data sample (74 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What are other spellings of Rahma?
Other spellings: Rachma.
What full names go well with Rahma?
Some ideas: Rahma Amira; Anisya Rahma Sarifah; Hasna Rahma.
Famous people named Rahma?
Notable people named Rahma include Rahma Landy, Rahma, Rahma Azhari.
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