Find out how popular the first name Rahem has been for the last 12 years (from 1993 to 2004) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Rahem by gender

Based on the last 12 years of data, Rahem is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2004, there were 7 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Rahem.

The history of the first name Rahem

The name Rahem has its origins in the Arabic language and is derived from the word "raheem," which means "merciful" or "compassionate." This name is deeply rooted in the Islamic faith and culture, as it is one of the attributes of Allah (God) mentioned in the Quran.

The earliest recorded use of the name Rahem can be traced back to the 7th century CE, during the time of the Islamic Golden Age. It was a popular name given to boys in the Arabian Peninsula and other regions where Islam had spread.

One of the earliest notable individuals to bear the name Rahem was Rahem ibn Abdur Rahman, a renowned scholar and jurist who lived in the 8th century CE in present-day Iraq. He was known for his expertise in Islamic jurisprudence and his contributions to the development of Islamic legal thought.

Another prominent figure with the name Rahem was Rahem ibn Abi Bakr, a military commander who lived in the 9th century CE. He played a significant role in the expansion of the Abbasid Caliphate and was renowned for his bravery and strategic skills on the battlefield.

In the 10th century CE, Rahem ibn Yahya al-Qurtubi was a respected scholar and author from Cordoba, Spain. He wrote extensively on various subjects, including Islamic theology, hadith (prophetic traditions), and Arabic grammar.

During the 12th century CE, Rahem ibn Abi al-Hasan al-Husayni was a renowned Sufi mystic and poet from present-day Iran. His works, which explored themes of divine love and spiritual enlightenment, have had a lasting impact on Islamic mysticism and literature.

In more recent times, Rahem Amiri (1920-1993) was an Afghan politician and diplomat who served as the Foreign Minister of Afghanistan during the 1970s. He played a crucial role in shaping Afghanistan's foreign policy during a turbulent period in the country's history.

While the name Rahem has its roots in the Arabic language and Islamic culture, it has also been adopted by people of diverse backgrounds and ethnicities around the world, reflecting the universal appeal of its meaning and the cultural exchange that has occurred throughout history.

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