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Meaning

Merciful

Linguistic Origin

Arabic

Islamic Classification

Quranic Attribute of Allah

Regional Usage

Worldwide Muslim usage

Global Spellings

Arabic ر؀وف
Urdu ر؀ف
Persian رئوف
Bengali রউফ
Pashto ر؀ف

Alternate Spellings

If you are looking for a strong and significant name for your son, Rauf is a standout choice. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Merciful', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

Pronounced as Rauf, it has a rhythmic flow that makes it memorable and distinct. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.

Rauf comes from the same Arabic root r-'-f as Raouf, meaning "to be compassionate." Ar-Ra'uf (The Compassionate) is one of the ninety-nine names of Allah.

Reference Profile

Etymology

From the Arabic root ر-أ-ف (r-ʾ-f, 'to be compassionate'). Ar-Ra'uf ('the Most Kind') is one of the 99 Names of Allah.

Islamic Significance

Ar-Ra'uf ('the Most Kind') is counted among the names of Allah, and the Quran applies the same word to the Prophet himself.

Quranic Connection

Quran 9:128 describes the Messenger as 'to the believers kind and merciful.'

Cultural / Regional Usage

Widely used across the Muslim world.