Rahman Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Rahman originates from Arabic, meaning 'merciful' or 'compassionate.' It has evolved through various forms while retaining its core meaning related to mercy. The name is significant in Islamic culture, reflecting divine compassion, and it has gained popularity since the 7th century. Common traits associated with the name include kindness and empathy, and it has no biblical background. Notable individuals with this name include Abdul Rahman and Rahman Baba.
The name Rahman is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) 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. From 2020-2022, Rahman has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled 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, 'Rahman' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6024th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1841st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3158th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4394th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4626th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Rahman' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Rahman"
Pronunciation
/rɑːˈmɑːn/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Rahman is derived from the Arabic root 'R-H-M,' which means 'to have mercy' or 'to be compassionate.' It is often associated with one of the names of God in Islam, Al-Rahman, which translates to 'The Most Merciful.'
Meaning
merciful, compassionate
Language Evolution
Rahman, Ar-Rahman, Al-Rahman
Historical Usage
The name Rahman gained popularity in the Islamic world, particularly after the advent of Islam in the 7th century, as it reflects a key attribute of God.
Variants & Derivatives
Rahman, Rahmaan, Rahim
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Rahman is widely recognized in Muslim communities and is often viewed positively due to its association with mercy and compassion.
Famous People
Abdul Rahman, Rahman Baba
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Rahman"
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 "Rahman"
"Rahman" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 6024th of 7552 | 16 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1841st of 10718 | 387 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3158th of 16616 | 287 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4394th of 24088 | 315 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4626th of 23106 | 256 |
Regional Popularity of "Rahman" 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) |
53.22% 1563rd/2937 |
32.99% 1149th/3483 |
64.38% 2265th/3518 |
47.82% 1934th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
51.26% 2294th/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
51.10% 2639th/5164 |
- |
45.88% 3424th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
71.52% 3209th/4487 |
74.46% 5080th/6822 |
52.84% 3316th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Rahman" 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 "Rahman"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Rahman" 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.