Rhanna
Arabic · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Rhanna
The given name 'Rhanna' is derived from the Arabic name 'Rahma', meaning 'compassion' or 'mercy', and is linguistically rooted in the Semitic branch of the Afro-Asiatic language family.
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Etymology
The given name 'Rhanna' is derived from the Arabic name 'Rahma', meaning 'compassion' or 'mercy', and is linguistically rooted in the Semitic branch of the Afro-Asiatic language family. The name 'Rhanna' is used in various cultures, including Arabic and Islamic traditions, and has been associated with notable historical figures such as Rahma Khaled, an Egyptian activist.
Rhanna currently ranks #629 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1996.
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