Rahim
Meaning of Rahim
Rahim is a male name of Arabic origin. It is pronounced as rah-HEEM (/raːˈhiːm/) in Arabic. The name has variations such as Rahiem and Raheem. In the United States, Rahim has been given to newborns since at least 1967, with its popularity fluctuating over the years. In recent years, it has consistently ranked between 2500 and 3500 in terms of occurrence. Rahim carries positive associations, often being interpreted as meaning "merciful" or "compassionate" in Arabic. This meaningful name could be a great choice for parents seeking a unique and culturally rich option for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
Arabic
- Pronunced as rah-HEEM (/raːˈhiːm/)
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Notable People Named Rahim
| Rahim Rostami is an Iran-born asylum seeker who gained public attention in Norway through his advocacy for improved conditions at the Senjehesten Asylum Seeker Reception Center, as featured on NRK Brennpunkt investigative journalism programs. |
| Sebastian Salbert, also known as Rahim, is a prominent Polish rapper, producer, and entrepreneur, known for his work with various music groups and his record company MaxFloRec. |
| Prince Rahim Aga Khan is the second child of the Aga Khan IV and is actively involved in the governance of the Aga Khan Development Network. |
| Rahim Thorpe is a Canadian soccer player currently playing for Simcoe County Rovers in League1 Ontario. |
| Rahim Emami - Rahim Ememi is an Iranian professional cyclist currently suspended from the sport for a doping infraction. |
| Dato' Haji Abdul Rahim bin Mohd Razali, also known as Rahim Razali, is a versatile Malaysian figure known for his work in acting, directing, screenwriting, producing, and sports commentary. |
| Rahim Khan, a former Olympian and hockey legend from Pakistan, is known for inventing the reverse flick and was a key member of the team that won the Men's World Cup hockey tournament in 1994. |
| Rahim Khan is an Indian politician from Karnataka, currently serving as a Cabinet Minister in the Government of Karnataka and as a Member of the Karnataka Legislative Assembly representing Bidar. |
| Rahim Jahani was a renowned veteran singer from Afghanistan's pre-revolutionary music era, who resided in the Silo district of Kabul and was married twice, the second time to the singer Salma Jahani. |
| Rahim Zafer is a former Turkish football player. |
| Rash Rahim Ibrahim is a Ghanaian footballer currently playing as a midfielder for AS Trenčín in the Niké Liga. |
| Rahim Karim Bdaiwi - Rahim Karim is a coach and former international Iraqi football player, known for his time playing for Al-Minaa. |
| Rahim Mehryar was a successful Afghan singer who, along with his wife Parasto, formed a popular musical duo in the late 1980s before moving to Germany to continue their music career. |
| Rahim Meftah is an Algerian ex-professional footballer known for his role as a defender. |
| Rahim Razak - Abdul Rahim bin Abdul Razak is a Malaysian footballer known for his role as an attacking midfielder for Kuching City in the Malaysia Super League. |
