Rahman Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationRAH-mahn / /ˈrɑːmɑːn/Arabic; Persian
Meaning
Arabic: 'the merciful'; Persian: 'the benevolent'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Rahman is derived from the Arabic root 'R-H-M', which relates to mercy and compassion. It is commonly used in Islamic cultures, often as part of longer names such as Abdul Rahman, meaning 'servant of the Merciful'. The name is also found in Persian-speaking regions, reflecting similar meanings of kindness and benevolence. It is a popular name among Muslims due to its religious significance.
Trend Summary
The name Rahman has seen moderate popularity in the U.S., particularly within Muslim communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Rahman
- Rachman
International Variants
- Rahman (Arabic)
- Rahman (Persian)
Famous people named Rahman
Rahman I was the founder of the Umayyad Emirate in Cordoba, Spain, and played a significant role in the history of Al-Andalus.
Rahman Baba was a renowned Pashto poet from the 17th century, celebrated for his contributions to Pashto literature.
Rahman Khan was a prominent Afghan politician and military leader during the late 20th century.
Fictional characters named Rahman
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rahman was first seen in the United States in 1959. Rahman has ranked as high as #1038 nationally, which occurred in 1976, and has been most popular in California, New York, Illinois, District of Columbia, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Rahman has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Rahman (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 9 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1966 | 7 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1968 | 10 |
| 1969 | 15 |
| 1970 | 15 |
| 1971 | 15 |
| 1972 | 28 |
| 1973 | 26 |
| 1974 | 28 |
| 1975 | 43 |
| 1976 | 52 |
| 1977 | 31 |
| 1978 | 37 |
| 1979 | 36 |
| 1980 | 33 |
| 1981 | 44 |
| 1982 | 24 |
| 1983 | 19 |
| 1984 | 17 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1986 | 12 |
| 1987 | 23 |
| 1988 | 15 |
| 1989 | 15 |
| 1990 | 15 |
| 1991 | 17 |
| 1992 | 14 |
| 1993 | 20 |
| 1994 | 14 |
| 1995 | 23 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 22 |
| 1998 | 29 |
| 1999 | 15 |
| 2000 | 18 |
| 2001 | 28 |
| 2002 | 19 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2004 | 24 |
| 2005 | 15 |
| 2006 | 20 |
| 2007 | 18 |
| 2008 | 20 |
| 2009 | 18 |
| 2010 | 26 |
| 2011 | 18 |
| 2012 | 15 |
| 2013 | 18 |
| 2014 | 21 |
| 2015 | 20 |
| 2016 | 23 |
| 2017 | 24 |
| 2018 | 24 |
| 2019 | 17 |
| 2020 | 26 |
| 2021 | 15 |
| 2022 | 22 |
| 2023 | 26 |
| 2024 | 20 |