Radiyallahu Anhu Meaning
May Allah be pleased with him. The meaning, Arabic, when to say it, and its source in the Quran and Sunnah.
رَضِيَ اللَّهُ عَنْهُ
- Transliteration
- Raḍiya-llāhu ʿanhu
- Meaning
- May Allah be pleased with him
Radiyallahu anhu, often written (RA), means “may Allah be pleased with him”. Muslims say it after the names of the Companions of the Prophet ﷺ.
The different forms
| Arabic | For |
|---|---|
| Raḍiya-llāhu ʿanhu | a man (Abu Bakr, ‘Umar) |
| Raḍiya-llāhu ʿanhā | a woman (Khadijah, Aisha) |
| Raḍiya-llāhu ʿanhumā | two people |
| Raḍiya-llāhu ʿanhum | a group |
In the Quran
Allah says of the first believers, the Muhajirun and the Ansar, and those who followed them in goodness: “Allah is pleased with them and they are pleased with Him” (Quran 9:100).
Related phrases
After the Prophet’s name: ﷺ. After other prophets: ‘alayhis-salam. After scholars and Muslims who have died: rahimahullah.
Quran and hadith references link to quran.com and sunnah.com, where you can read the full text. Reviewed 19 October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.
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Frequently asked questions
What does RA mean after a name?
Radiyallahu anhu (or anha for a woman): may Allah be pleased with him/her. It is said after the Companions’ names.
Where does Radiyallahu anhu come from?
From the Quran, which says of the Companions: “Allah is pleased with them and they are pleased with Him” (9:100).