Rima
/REE-muh/ Indian Female
Meaning & Origin
Rima is a Indian name meaning "White antelope". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Afghanistan, Albania, Argentina, Austria. The etymology is uncertain. Some sources suggest an Arabic origin related to 'white antelope', while others propose a link to the Latin word 'rima' meaning 'crack' or 'fissure'. It is also speculated to have Sanskrit roots meaning 'one who is dear'.
Quick Facts
Language Indian
Gender Female
Phonetic REE-muh
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as REE-muh. Keep the original Indian phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Rima
- · Rima Fakih - Miss USA 2010
- · Rima Te Wiata - New Zealand actress
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