The nameRim
Rim is a very short Arabic girl's name, rising in France since the 2000s.
- Girl's name
- Arabic
Meaning
In Arabic, Rim means a white gazelle, a symbol of grace.
Origin
Arabic.
History
Found in France since the late 1960s, Rim peaked in the mid 2010s, notably in Île-de-France and Occitanie. It is still well used today.
Popularity of the name Rim
Rim in France
552ndmost popular girls' name in France, latest official figures
2016peak year (95 births)
2,285babies named Rim in France since 1900
Rim was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 750 births over the decade, 33% of all recorded babies named Rim. Its rise began around 1974, and it peaked in 2016. Half of all babies named Rim in France were born before 2010, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, its popularity has held steady at around 74 births a year.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rim mean?
In Arabic, Rim means a white gazelle, a symbol of grace.
What is the origin of the name Rim?
Arabic.
Is Rim a girl's or a boy's name?
Rim is a girl's name.