Arham
Arham is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Merciful, compassionate, or most empathetic.
Origin and history
Arham is a male name of Arabic origin that translates to merciful or compassionate. It has seen growing popularity in the United States in recent years, particularly within Muslim and South Asian diaspora communities. Its soft phonetics and positive meaning make it a favoured choice for parents.
Popularity in the United States
2,181 babies in the United States have been named Arham since 1880. It ranks #2767 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1060.
States where it is most popular
- NY (38.5 %)
- TX (13 %)
- CA (12.1 %)
- NJ (8.5 %)
- IL (7.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 23 |
| 2000-2010 | 199 |
| 2010-2019 | 913 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,046 |
Fun facts
- The name shares its triconsonantal root R-H-M with central Islamic concepts of mercy and family ties.
- Nearly half of all published U.S. birth records for Arham have occurred since 2020.