Boy · 1349th of 23,106
Arham
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
2,006
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2024
Peak Popularity Year
202
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Arham stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Arham is an Arabic name meaning 'mercy' or 'compassion'. It has evolved through various forms in Arabic, Urdu, and Persian. The name embodies traits of kindness and benevolence, with no direct biblical relevance. It has become increasingly popular in modern times, especially in Muslim cultures.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈɑːr.həm/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Arham is derived from the Arabic root 'rahm', which means 'mercy' or 'compassion'. It is often associated with qualities of kindness and benevolence.
Meaning
mercy, compassion
Language Evolution
Arham (Arabic), Arham (Urdu), Arham (Persian)
Historical Usage
The name Arham has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly among Muslim communities, due to its positive connotations and beautiful meaning.
Variants & Derivatives
Arhaman, Arhama, Arheem
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Arham is viewed positively, associated with traits of kindness and compassion, making it a favored choice among parents naming their children.
Famous People
Arham Zafar (Pakistani actor), Arham Mahmud (Notable figure in Arabic literature)
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 202 peak births in 2024
Geographic Spread
Popular across 16 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 3 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4052nd of 24088 | 352 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1349th of 23106 | 1,649 |