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Arhum

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Pronounced AR-hum /ˈɑr.hʊm/Medium

Meaning: From Arabic, 'more/most merciful; most compassionate' (from the root r-h-m, 'mercy')Low

In 30 seconds: More merciful; most compassionate: Arhum is Arabic. Crisp, devout, and warm (said 'AR-hum').

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Origin LowArabic

MeaningFrom Arabic, 'more/most merciful; most compassionate' (from the root r-h-m, 'mercy')

U.S. rank (2024)#7260 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births11 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2020

Total births (all-time)≈ 224

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Arhum comes from Arabic, 'more/most merciful; most compassionate' (from the root r-h-m, 'mercy' — the source of Rahman and Rahim). A crisp, devout name (popular in Pakistan; said 'AR-hum').

In the U.S. it appears in Muslim families. Rare, more-merciful at the root, and devout.

Did you know? Arhum means 'more/most merciful; most compassionate' in Arabic (from the root r-h-m, 'mercy', the source of Rahman and Rahim) — a crisp, devout name (said 'AR-hum').

Overall data confidence 46%

References — Arhum — Arabic etymology

Variations

ArhamArhumullah

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Arhum mean?

Arhum is Arabic for 'more/most merciful; most compassionate'.

How do you pronounce Arhum?

It's said AR-hum /ˈɑr.hʊm/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Arhum a boy or girl name?

Arhum is a boy's name.

How popular is Arhum?

Arhum is a rare name in the U.S.