Rayan Unisex
Origin(s)
Arabic; Persian
Meaning
Arabic: 'river'; Persian: 'to flow'
Historical & Cultural Background
Rayan is a name of Arabic origin, commonly used in various cultures across the Middle East and South Asia. In Arabic, it is often associated with the concept of abundance and flow, reflecting natural elements. The name has gained popularity in recent years, particularly among Muslim families. It is also used in Persian-speaking regions with similar meanings.
Trend Summary
Rayan has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Rayaan
- Rayanne
International Variants
- Rayan (Arabic)
- Rayan (Persian)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rayan was first seen in the United States in 1973. Rayan has ranked as high as #879 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in New York, California, Texas, Virginia, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Rayan has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
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Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Rayan (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 66 | |
| CA | 62 | |
| TX | 42 | |
| VA | 35 | |
| IL | 33 | |
| FL | 30 | |
| MI | 19 | |
| MA | 18 | |
| OH | 17 | |
| MD | 15 | |
| WA | 14 | |
| PA | 13 | |
| NC | 10 | |
| GA | 9 | |
| IN | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1979 | 10 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 13 |
| 1983 | 10 |
| 1984 | 12 |
| 1985 | 14 |
| 1986 | 23 |
| 1987 | 11 |
| 1988 | 20 |
| 1989 | 18 |
| 1990 | 20 |
| 1991 | 25 |
| 1992 | 23 |
| 1993 | 20 |
| 1994 | 24 |
| 1995 | 26 |
| 1996 | 27 |
| 1997 | 26 |
| 1998 | 30 |
| 1999 | 47 |
| 2000 | 51 |
| 2001 | 52 |
| 2002 | 78 |
| 2003 | 106 |
| 2004 | 99 |
| 2005 | 134 |
| 2006 | 182 |
| 2007 | 220 |
| 2008 | 243 |
| 2009 | 279 |
| 2010 | 295 |
| 2011 | 309 |
| 2012 | 362 |
| 2013 | 359 |
| 2014 | 440 |
| 2015 | 476 |
| 2016 | 513 |
| 2017 | 476 |
| 2018 | 489 |
| 2019 | 497 |
| 2020 | 442 |
| 2021 | 407 |
| 2022 | 445 |
| 2023 | 518 |
| 2024 | 491 |