The baby name Reyhaneh is a Female name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced ray-HAH-neh (approx. IPA: /reɪˈhɑːnɛ/).
Reyhaneh is Persian in Origin.
The baby name Reyhaneh is a Female name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced ray-HAH-neh (approx. IPA: /reɪˈhɑːnɛ/).
Reyhaneh is Persian in Origin.
Reyhaneh is the Persian form of the Arabic feminine name Rayḥānah (ريحانة), derived from rayḥān, “sweet basil” or “fragrant herb.” From the Semitic root r-y-ḥ linked to breeze and scent, the name conveys freshness, grace, and a gentle, pleasing presence. The word rayḥān appears in the Qur’an as a symbol of blessing and paradise, reinforcing its uplifting, aromatic imagery across Persian and Arabic literature.
Used since the early Islamic era, it spread through Iran and neighboring Persianate cultures and remains common among Iranians and the diaspora today. Historical bearers include Rayḥānah bint Zayd, associated with the Prophet Muhammad, anchoring the name in early Muslim history. Variants and related forms include Reyhanah, Rayhana, Reyhane, and Turkish Reyhan (often unisex), as well as Rihana/Rihanna in English transliteration. Shorter Reyhan is also used regionally.
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AF | Girls | 0 | #94 | 1 | 2,402 |
| AE | 0 | #187 | 1 | 10,220 | |
| IR | 0 | #213 | 17 | 4,221 | |
| IR | Girls | 0 | #230 | 391 | 8,334 |
| DK | Girls | 0 | #329 | 1 | 7,429 |
| IR | Boys | 0 | #543 | 10 | 10,162 |
| KW | Girls | 0 | #560 | 2 | 19,177 |
| AE | Girls | 0 | #596 | 2 | 20,968 |
| SG | Girls | 0 | #632 | 1 | 18,916 |
| NL | Girls | 0 | #942 | 14 | 5,933 |
| SA | Girls | 0 | #1,014 | 1 | 25,931 |
| TR | 0 | #1,246 | 9 | 19,440 |
Reyhaneh is popular in 9 countries — most recent births per country:
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