Will my child share the name Rahima with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 5 UK babies named Rahima per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Rahima in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Rahima becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Rahima is declining: down 754 places since 2020, to #4,201 in 2025. It peaked at #764 in 2000.

Is Rahima a good choice for a distinctive name?

Rahima is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Is Rahima a popular baby name in the United States?

Rahima does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

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Rahima

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Rahima is a distinctive choice, ranked #4201 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Rahima in their class.

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UK Rank 2025

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About the Name Rahima

Rahima has seen a notable decline in recent years, dropping 746 places in five years. It was most popular in 2000 at #764 — parents choosing it today are making a deliberately counter-trend decision. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.

Rahima is rare in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Rahima in their class.