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Riham
Pronounced rih-HAHM /rɪˈhɑm/Medium
Meaning: From Arabic riham, the plural of rihmah — the soft, steady rain that falls quietly and long, soaking the earth. In a desert language, that is a picture of blessing, and the name carries it.Medium
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U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Riham comes from Arabic riham, the plural of rihmah — the gentle, continuous rain that soaks the earth rather than battering it. Arabic distinguishes many kinds of rain, and this is among the kindest. As a girl's name it is well used across the Arab world and carries a sense of quiet blessing (said 'rih-HAHM').
It appears only rarely in the U.S. Rare here, well loved in the Arab world.
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What does the name Riham mean?
Riham is Arabic for the gentle, steady rain that soaks the earth — an image of quiet blessing.
How do you pronounce Riham?
It's said rih-HAHM /rɪˈhɑm/ — two syllables, stress on the second.
Is Riham a boy or girl name?
Riham is a girl's name.
How popular is Riham?
Riham is a rare name for girls in the U.S.