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UK name, mostly girls

Rehmat

A feminine name of Arabic origin signifying mercy or grace.

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Rehmat is mostly registered for girls in the UK records. People looking for Rehmat popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #323, with 134 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2024, with 134 births.

This profile covers 389 England and Wales registrations across 15 recorded years from 2001 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales and NRS Scotland, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.

Rehmat is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.

We estimate that about 391 living people in the UK are called Rehmat. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Rehmat ranked #323 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 134 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2024, when 134 girls were registered as Rehmat.
  • Rehmat ranks best in Scotland in the latest published regional snapshot for that area, where it placed #638 in 2024.
  • About 391 living people in the UK are estimated to have Rehmat as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
  • Across the England and Wales records shown here, 94.0% of Rehmat registrations are for girls.

Latest rank (E&W)

#323

2024

Births in 2024

134

Latest year

Peak year

2024

134 births

Estimated living

391

2026

Gender

Boy and girl registrations for Rehmat

In England and Wales birth records, Rehmat has been registered for both boys and girls. Across the years shown here, 6.0% of registrations are for boys and 94.0% are for girls.

These figures use the sex categories in the published baby-name files. They are useful for spotting how the name is used at registration, but they are not a live measure of gender identity or everyone living with the name today.

94% girls
Boys25 (6.0%)Girls389 (94.0%)

Rehmat registered for boys

  • Ranked #2,443 in 2024
  • 9 boys registered in 2024
  • Peak: 2024 (9 births)

Rehmat registered for girls

  • Ranked #323 in 2024
  • 134 girls registered in 2024
  • Peak: 2024 (134 births)

Meaning

What does Rehmat mean?

The name Rehmat has its origins in the Arabic language and is derived from the word "rahma," which means mercy, compassion, or grace. It is a name that has been embraced by various cultures, particularly those influenced by Islamic traditions.

Rehmat is believed to have its roots in the Middle East, where Arabic has been a prominent language for centuries. The name's association with mercy and compassion is deeply rooted in Islamic teachings, as these virtues are highly valued and encouraged in the Quran and the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad.

One of the earliest recorded references to the name Rehmat can be found in ancient Islamic texts and historical records. It is mentioned in the Quran, where the concept of "rahma" is frequently discussed as a divine attribute and a quality that believers should strive to embody.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Rehmat. One of the earliest recorded individuals with this name was Rehmat Ali Shadani, a renowned Sufi scholar and mystic who lived in the 13th century. He was known for his profound wisdom and contributions to Islamic spirituality.

Another notable figure was Rehmat Khan, a prominent military leader and governor during the Mughal Empire in the 16th century. He played a significant role in the expansion and consolidation of the empire under the reign of Akbar the Great.

In the realm of literature, Rehmat Faizi, a renowned poet and scholar from the 16th century, left an indelible mark. His poetic works, written in Persian, explored themes of love, spirituality, and the human condition, earning him widespread acclaim.

The name Rehmat has also been carried by influential religious figures, such as Rehmat Ali Shah, a prominent Sufi saint and spiritual leader who lived in the 18th century. His teachings and guidance influenced countless followers and contributed to the spread of Sufism in the region.

In more recent times, Rehmat Ali Khan, a prominent Pakistani politician and statesman, played a significant role in the independence movement of Pakistan in the early 20th century. He was a staunch advocate for the creation of a separate homeland for the Muslims of the Indian subcontinent.

These examples demonstrate the rich history and cultural significance of the name Rehmat, which has been borne by individuals from various walks of life, including scholars, poets, military leaders, religious figures, and statesmen.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Rehmat over time

The chart below compares boys and girls registered as Rehmat in England and Wales, from 2001 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Rehmat, the clearest high point is 2024. The latest England and Wales figure is 134 births in 2024, compared with 134 at the peak.

Babies born per year

BoysGirls
03672107143200120122024

Decades

Rehmat by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Rehmat was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.

Decade Average rank Total births Years covered
2020s #742 344 5
2010s #4654 42 9
2000s #3998 3 1

Geography

Where Rehmat is most common

The bars show the latest published local birth counts for Rehmat. They are useful for spotting where the name is showing up in real numbers, while the rank beside each bar shows how strongly it performs inside that region.

Rehmat ranks best in Scotland in the latest published regional snapshot for that area, where it placed #638 in 2024.

Scotland
4

Across the UK

Rehmat in Scotland and Northern Ireland

Scotland (NRS)

#638 in 2024

1 years of NRS records, 4 total registered

Related

Names similar to Rehmat

FAQ

Rehmat: questions and answers

How popular is the name Rehmat in the UK right now?

In 2024, Rehmat was ranked #323 for girls in England and Wales, with 134 births registered.

When was Rehmat most popular?

The peak year on record was 2024, with 134 babies registered as Rehmat in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Rehmat?

A feminine name of Arabic origin signifying mercy or grace.

How many people are called Rehmat in the UK?

A total of 389 babies have been registered as Rehmat across the 15 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here, plus 4 more in Scotland.

Where is Rehmat most common?

In the latest published local rankings, Rehmat ranks best in Scotland, where it placed #638 in 2024. The regional bars on this page use birth counts, so they also reflect the size of each region.

Which records is this page based on?

The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.