Rima
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- Name
- Rima
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
The feminine first name Rima is a derivation of the Arabic name Rim. In its direct translation, the name stands for 'the white antelope', 'the gazelle', or 'the little deer'.
What does the name Rima mean?
Rima is a feminized form of the Arabic name Rim and translates directly to 'the white antelope', 'the gazelle', or 'the little deer'. The name has its roots in the Arabic term rīm (رِيم), which stands for 'Arabian Oryx' and 'White Oryx'. Additionally, Rima can also be viewed as the female variant of the Lithuanian name Rimas, meaning 'the calm one' or 'the serious one'. Here, the derivation comes from the Lithuanian word rimti for 'calm' or rimtas for 'serious'.
Where does the name Rima come from?
The origin of the name Rima is both Arabic and Lithuanian and means 'the white antelope'. The Arabic expression rīm (رِيم) refers to the Arabian Oryx and the White Oryx, while rimti means 'calm' and rimtas means 'serious' in Lithuanian. Rima is prevalent in the languages of Arabic, Frisian, and Lithuanian.
How do you pronounce Rima?
The pronunciation of the name Rima is soft and two-syllable. In German, it is usually pronounced as 'Ri-ma' [ˈʁiːma]. The name begins with a long I sound, conveying a bright and friendly note. The second syllable ends open and warm, giving the name a certain lightness. Rima thus radiates a feminine and modern aura - harmonious, calm, and present.
Popularity
In Germany, the name Rima enjoys great popularity and currently ranks 685th on the list of the most common first names for girls. Its best placement was in 2020, when it reached 672nd place. Over the past ten years, Rima has been given as a first name about 550 times, earning it the 790th place in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, Rima is ranked 884th.
Nicknames & pet names
Ri / Rim / Rima prima ballerina / Rimchen / Rimi / Rimita / Rimo / Rimschen / Rimute
Similar first names
Famous people
- Marco Rima (actor)
- Rima Fakih (model from America)
- Rima Kallingal (Indian actress)
- Rima Mashiro (anime character/Shugo Chara)
- Rima Melati Adams (Singaporean model)
- Rima Taha (Jordanian swimmer)
- Rima Toya (anime character)
- Rima Valentiene (Lithuanian basketball player)
- Rima Wakarua (rugby player from Italy)
Frequently asked questions about the name Rima
What is the origin of the name Rima?
The name Rima has both Arabic and Lithuanian roots. In Arabic, it refers to the white antelope, while in Lithuanian it is associated with the meanings 'calm' and 'serious'.
What does the name Rima mean?
Rima means directly translated 'the white antelope', 'the gazelle', or 'the little deer'. In the Lithuanian context, it can also be interpreted as 'the calm one' or 'the serious one'.
How popular is the name Rima?
Rima is widespread in various languages, particularly in Arabic, Frisian, and Lithuanian, and enjoys a certain popularity, with the exact frequency varying by region.