Merciful, compassionate, or kind
Rahima is the feminine form of Rahim, one of the 99 names of Allah in Islamic tradition. It conveys a deep sense of empathy and benevolence. The name is widely used across the Muslim world and is appreciated for its gentle yet profound spiritual significance.
Less common today
Rahima isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #7,818 in 2024.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The last person known to be infected with naturally occurring Variola major smallpox
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