Raheem Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Raheem is an Arabic name meaning 'merciful' or 'compassionate', derived from the root R-H-M. It has evolved from Classical Arabic to Modern Arabic. The name is often used in Muslim contexts, reflecting a trait associated with God. It is not found in biblical texts. Raheem has gained popularity in modern times and is viewed positively, associated with kindness. Notable people with this name include Raheem Sterling and Raheem DeVaughn.
The name Raheem is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Raheem has been falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Raheem' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7552nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1137th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 681st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1140th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1204th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 25632nd out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Raheem' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Raheem"
Pronunciation
/rəˈhiːm/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Raheem is derived from the Arabic root 'R-H-M', which means 'mercy' or 'compassion'. It is often associated with one of the names of God in Islam, Al-Raheem, which means 'The Most Merciful'.
Meaning
merciful, compassionate
Language Evolution
Rḥm (Classical Arabic), Raheem (Modern Arabic)
Historical Usage
The name Raheem gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly among Muslim communities, as it reflects a key attribute of God in Islamic tradition.
Variants & Derivatives
Rahim, Rheem, Raheema
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Raheem is perceived positively, often associated with kindness and compassion due to its meaning and religious significance.
Famous People
Raheem Sterling, Raheem DeVaughn
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Raheem"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Raheem"
"Raheem" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 7552nd of 7552 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1137th of 10718 | 840 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 681st of 16616 | 3,353 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1140th of 24088 | 2,284 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1204th of 23106 | 1,914 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 25632nd of 27321 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Raheem" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
58.63% 1722nd/2937 |
13.35% 465th/3483 |
- |
50.91% 2059th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
21.30% 785th/3685 |
8.47% 379th/4475 |
12.03% 625th/5194 |
25.39% 1604th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
31.08% 1424th/4582 |
13.81% 713th/5164 |
12.92% 945th/7313 |
37.83% 2823rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
29.34% 1169th/3984 |
22.20% 996th/4487 |
15.64% 1067th/6822 |
29.14% 1829th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Raheem" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Raheem"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Raheem" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.