Rehema

Q: What is the origin of Rehema?

Rehema is of Swahili origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Rehema a girl name?

Rehema is traditionally a girl name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

female

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Mercy Compassion"

Rehema is widely used in East Africa, derived from Arabic rahma meaning mercy and compassion.

Themes:mercyswahiliarabicvirtue

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Popularity History of Rehema

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#7852Ranked nationally

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

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Rehema did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

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Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Rehema Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Rehema.

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rehe

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rehy

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hema

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emay

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hemy

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rrie

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Baby Name Lists That Include Rehema

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Rehema mean?

Rehema means "Mercy Compassion". Rehema is widely used in East Africa, derived from Arabic rahma meaning mercy and compassion.

What is the origin of Rehema?

Rehema is of Swahili origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Rehema?

According to the latest SSA data, Rehema is currently ranked #7852 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Rehema a girl name?

Rehema is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Rehema?

Popular nicknames for Rehema include rehe, rehy, hema, re, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Rehema?

There are many names similar to Rehema in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginSwahili, Arabic

Syllables3

Length6 letters

US Rank#7852

Trend↑ Rising

Starts withR

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Akili Asani Ajamu Bakari Damani

Sisters

Asani Akili Azani Bibi Bahati

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