Rahiem
Rahiem is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Merciful, compassionate.
Origin and history
Rahiem is a variant spelling of the Arabic name Rahim, which means merciful or compassionate. It is an important name in Islamic culture as one of the attributes of God. In the United States, it remains a relatively rare choice primarily used in African American and Muslim communities.
Popularity in the United States
652 babies in the United States have been named Rahiem since 1880. It ranks #4024 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1887.
States where it is most popular
- NY (95.9 %)
- VA (4.1 %)
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 | 71 |
| 1980-1990 | 133 |
| 1990-2000 | 139 |
| 2000-2010 | 145 |
| 2010-2019 | 124 |
| 2020-2029 | 40 |
Famous people named Rahiem
- Rahiem: Rapper, Musician
Fun facts
- In Arabic etymology, the root R-H-M relates to mercy, empathy, and the womb.