Ramatu
Arabic · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Ramatu
Ramatu is a feminine given name derived from the Arabic root "rahmah," meaning mercy or compassion, and is often considered a variant of Ramatou or a form related to Rahman/Rahma.
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Etymology
Ramatu is a feminine given name derived from the Arabic root "rahmah," meaning mercy or compassion, and is often considered a variant of Ramatou or a form related to Rahman/Rahma. The name is primarily used in West African Muslim communities, particularly among Fulani, Hausa, and other Sahel region populations, with historical prevalence in countries like Mali, Senegal, and Guinea.
Ramatu currently ranks #18,162 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2004.
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