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Rahman
Pronounced rah-MAHN /rΙΛmΙn/Medium
Meaning: From Arabic ar-Rahman, 'the most merciful, the most gracious' (one of the 99 names of God; usually as Abdul Rahman)Medium
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History & Origin
Rahman comes from Arabic ar-Rahman, 'the most merciful, the most gracious' β one of the 99 names of God (and the title of a Quranic chapter). It is typically given as part of Abdul Rahman, 'servant of the Merciful'. A devout, warm name across the Muslim world (composer A.R. Rahman).
In the U.S. it appears in Muslim families. Rare, the-most-merciful at the root, and devout.
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What does the name Rahman mean?
Rahman is Arabic for 'the most merciful, the most gracious' (a name of God).
How do you pronounce Rahman?
It's said rah-MAHN /rΙΛmΙn/ β two syllables, stress on the second.
Is Rahman a boy or girl name?
Rahman is a boy's name.
How popular is Rahman?
Rahman is a rare name in the U.S.