Reham

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Pronounced reh-HAHM /rɛˈhɑm/Medium

Meaning: From the Arabic riham/reham, 'gentle, soaking rain; a light continuous rain' (a symbol of blessing and mercy)Low

In 30 seconds: Gentle, soaking rain: Reham is Arabic. Lyrical, classic, and warm (said 'reh-HAHM').

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Origin LowArabic

MeaningFrom the Arabic riham/reham, 'gentle, soaking rain; a light continuous rain' (a symbol of blessing and mercy)

U.S. rank (2025)#14551 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births6 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2018

Total births (all-time)≈ 384

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

Reham comes from the Arabic riham/reham, 'gentle, soaking rain; a light continuous rain' (a symbol of blessing and mercy). A lyrical, classic name (said 'reh-HAHM').

In the U.S. it appears in Arab and Muslim families. Rare, gentle-rain at the root, and lyrical.

Did you know? Reham means 'gentle, soaking rain' in Arabic — a symbol of blessing and mercy — a lyrical, evocative name (said 'reh-HAHM').

Overall data confidence 40%

References — Reham — Arabic etymology

Variations

RihamRehaam

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Reham mean?

Reham is Arabic for 'gentle, soaking rain; a light continuous rain' (a symbol of blessing and mercy).

How do you pronounce Reham?

It's said reh-HAHM /rɛˈhɑm/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Reham a boy or girl name?

Reham is a girl's name.

How popular is Reham?

Reham is a very rare name in the U.S.