Rahman

Rahman is a masculine given name and surname of Arabic origin. Derived from the root rahmah, meaning mercy or compassionate, the name is found throughout the Muslim world and in diaspora communities. Variants include Rahmaan, Rehman, Rahman, and Rahmaanullah in some cases.

In Islam, Ar-Rahman is one of the 99 names of God, emphasizing God’s mercy. The term also appears as Surah Ar-Rahman, the 55th chapter of the Qur'an, which extols merciful provision and creation.

Geographic and cultural usage: The name is common in South Asia (India, Pakistan, Bangladesh), the Middle East, and Southeast Asia, in both given-name and surname forms. It is often used in combination with other names and can also be found among non-Muslim communities in multicultural societies.

Notable people: A. R. Rahman (born 1967) is a prominent Indian composer and music producer widely known for his film scores and songs in Indian cinema. The name Rahman is widely used as a surname in South Asia and the Muslim world, and many figures in politics, sports, and the arts bear it.