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Zay vs Rahim

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Zay

Boy #2,854 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"light, radiance"

Origin: Arabic

Cultural Roots

Arabic African-American American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,854
Total SSA Count
45
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Rahim

Boy #2,953 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"merciful, compassionate"

Origin: Arabic

Cultural Roots

Arabic Muslim Islamic South Asian African

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,953
Total SSA Count
42
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Zay Rank #2,854
Rahim Rank #2,953

Zay is more popular, ranked #2854 vs #2953 for Rahim.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zay or Rahim more popular?

Zay is more popular, ranked #2854 compared to Rahim at #2953 in the United States.

What do Zay and Rahim mean?

Zay means "light, radiance" (Arabic origin). Rahim means "merciful, compassionate" (Arabic origin).

Are Zay and Rahim boy or girl names?

Zay is primarily a boy name. Rahim is primarily a boy name.

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