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Raahim

RAH-heem · Merciful, compassionate; one of the attributes of God in Islam.

2025 rank (boys)
#6,803
Babies named in 2025
12
Peak popularity
2025
2025 frequency
1 in 142,340 boys
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Rising since 2007

Rising since 2007, #6,803 for boys today.

Popularity of Raahim since 2002

Babies named Raahim per year in U.S. Social Security records.

481220102020Most births 2025Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
2000s22
2010s66
2020s36

Meaning & origin

Raahim is a name of Arabic origin, closely related to the more common Rahim. It has been recorded in the United States since 2002, and its popularity has been steadily rising, with a rank of 6,803 in 2025. The name's 1-in-142,340 frequency indicates it remains an uncommon choice. While no top states have been reported for Raahim, it is most likely found in communities with significant Muslim populations. The spelling with a double 'a' gives it a distinctive look while preserving the traditional pronunciation and meaning.

Raahim is an Arabic name derived from the root ra-hi-ma (ر ح م), which conveys mercy and compassion. It is a variant transliteration of Rahim, one of the 99 names of Allah (al-Rahim, the Most Merciful). The name has been used across Muslim-majority countries and among Muslim communities worldwide, though it is less common in Western contexts. Its spelling with double 'a' distinguishes it from the more standard Rahim.

Nicknames & variants

Variants: Rahim, Raheem

Sibling names for Raahim

Names that share Raahim's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Raahim mean?
Raahim means "merciful" or "compassionate," and in Islamic context it is one of the attributes of God.
How popular is the name Raahim?
Raahim is very rare in the United States. In 2025 it ranked 6,803 with only about 1 in 142,340 baby boys given the name.
Is Raahim a boy's name?
Yes, Raahim is almost exclusively used as a masculine name.