Rehema
رحمة
/ re-HE-ma /
- Gender
- Girl
- Origin
- 🇹🇿 Tanzania
- Religion
- Islam
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Compassionate
Meaning & Etymology
compassion or mercy
compassion or mercy
Etymology
The name Rehema originates from the Arabic root raḥima (رَحِمَ), meaning ‘to have mercy’ or ‘to show compassion’. It is a common Swahili name due to Islamic influence.
Linguistic family: Niger-Congo > Atlantic-Congo > Volta-Congo > Benue-Congo > Bantu > Northeast Coast Bantu > Swahili
Cultural context
In Tanzania, Rehema is a popular given name among Swahili-speaking communities, reflecting the Islamic influence on Swahili culture. The name is often chosen to convey the values of kindness and mercy.
Symbolism
The name Rehema symbolises the virtues of compassion, kindness, and mercy, reflecting Islamic teachings and Swahili cultural values.
Religious reference
Quranic – Rehema is an Arabic name meaning 'mercy', derived from Rahma (رحمة)