Rihana Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationree-HAH-nah / riːˈhɑːnəArabic; Persian
Meaning
Arabic: 'sweet basil'; Persian: 'a good friend'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Rihana has roots in Arabic and Persian cultures. In Arabic, it is associated with the fragrant herb sweet basil, which is often used in culinary traditions. The Persian interpretation emphasizes friendship and companionship. The name has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in the context of modern naming trends.
Trend Summary
Rihana has seen a gradual increase in popularity in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Rihanna
International Variants
- Rihana (Arabic)
- Rihane (French)
Famous people named Rihana
Rihana is a notable figure in contemporary literature, recognized for her contributions to poetry and storytelling.
Fictional characters named Rihana
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rihana was first seen in the United States in 1983. Rihana has ranked as high as #1304 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in New York, California, Texas, Florida, and Virginia. In the past 5 years the name Rihana has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Rihana (2012)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1993 | 13 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2001 | 13 |
| 2002 | 17 |
| 2003 | 12 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 21 |
| 2006 | 60 |
| 2007 | 84 |
| 2008 | 67 |
| 2009 | 62 |
| 2010 | 51 |
| 2011 | 31 |
| 2012 | 25 |
| 2013 | 18 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 19 |
| 2019 | 11 |
| 2020 | 16 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 16 |
| 2023 | 13 |
| 2024 | 11 |