Rihan Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationREE-han / /ˈriːhæn/Arabic; Persian; Hindi
Meaning
gift from God (Arabic); a name of a prophet (Persian); one who is kind (Hindi)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic culture, Rihan is often associated with divine blessings and is used in religious contexts. In Persian, it is linked to historical figures and literature, symbolizing nobility. In Hindi-speaking regions, it reflects positive traits and is commonly used in modern naming practices.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Rihan
- Rehan
International Variants
- Rehan (Urdu)
- Rihan (French)
Famous people named Rihan
Rihan Kahn — Indian cricketer.
Fictional characters named Rihan
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rihan was first seen in the United States in 2011. Rihan has ranked as high as #1386 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in New York, California, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Rihan has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Rihan (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 17 |
| 2016 | 37 |
| 2017 | 31 |
| 2018 | 31 |
| 2019 | 34 |
| 2020 | 37 |
| 2021 | 23 |
| 2022 | 37 |
| 2023 | 30 |
| 2024 | 20 |