Rehema
reh-HEH-mah
Rehema is a girl’s name of African origin, meaning “A Swahili name meaning 'compassion' or 'mercy'. It signifies kindness and empathy towards others.”. It currently ranks #7852 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2023.
What Rehema Means
“A Swahili name meaning 'compassion' or 'mercy'. It signifies kindness and empathy towards others.”
The Story of Rehema
Consider a name that embodies the very essence of kindness, a gentle echo of compassion in the world.
Rehema is a Swahili name carrying the beautiful meaning of 'compassion' or 'mercy.' It signifies profound kindness and empathy, a concept cherished and passed down through generations.
This name is for your daughter who will touch the lives of others with genuine warmth and understanding. You will see her as a beacon of empathy, her inherent kindness flowing outward, making the world a gentler place.
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#18 in 2023
Total Births
188
First Recorded
1995
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