Rahma
رحمةMercy and compassion
Girl namesMeaning of Rahma
Mercy and compassion
About the name Rahma
Rahma comes from the Arabic noun for mercy and compassion. The word can also suggest pardon in some contexts, while the name’s broad association is with mercy. This is a value a family may wish to express, not a prediction of character.
At a glance
- Usage
- Girl names
- Origin
- Arabic
- First Arabic letter
- ر
- Arabic letters
- 4
- Pronunciation guide
- Rahma
How to write and say Rahma
- In Arabic
- رحمة
- In Latin letters
- Rahma
This pronunciation guide is approximate and varies between families and languages. Use one consistent spelling on your child’s official documents.
Why consider the name Rahma?
- Its Arabic meaning clearly expresses compassion.
- Try pronouncing Rahma across family languages; the Arabic ḥ sound may be rendered differently.
Sources & further reading
Wiktionary · رحمة ↗Questions about Rahma
What does Rahma mean?
Mercy and compassion
How do you write Rahma in Arabic and Latin letters?
The forms shown here are رحمة in Arabic and Rahma in Latin letters. The official form may differ by country and family.
Are there other spellings of Rahma?
We have not recorded a verified alternative spelling yet. Transliteration can still vary between languages.
How is Rahma pronounced?
Our approximate guide is Rahma. Actual pronunciation varies by family and language.
Does Rahma mean mercy or forgiveness?
Mercy is the broad meaning. In some contexts the Arabic word can also suggest pardon; the two English terms are not interchangeable in every sentence.