Rehana

“Rehana is an elegant name popular in various regions including Arabic-speaking countries, India, and Pakistan” — Associated with beauty and femininity due to its meaning related t

Arabic origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#13284US 2022

7Births / yr

↑Rising

316All-time births

📅 Since 197300

How to pronounce Rehana

RE·AH·nuh

/ˈrɛ.ˈɑ.nə/ · stress on RE · 3 syllables

“Rehana is an elegant name popular in various regions including Arabic-speaking countries, India, and Pakistan”

Associated with beauty and femininity due to its meaning related t · Arabic origin

What does Rehana mean and where does it come from?

Rehana is an elegant name popular in various regions including Arabic-speaking countries, India, and Pakistan. In Arabic, it is often associated with beauty and femininity due to its meaning related to flowers. In South Asian cultures, it signifies joy and contentment. One notable person with this n

Cultural significance

Rehana has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of arabic.

Peak popularity

Reached #6786 in 1985 — currently #13284 in the US.

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How else can you spell Rehana?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

Rehanna

Spelling variant

What middle names flow best with Rehana?

Rehana works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Rehana Grace

How popular is Rehana right now?

Rising fast — up 404 spots — currently #13284 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1975–2022#13284 · Top 9.8%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2022	#13284	7	▲ up 404 · +17% births
2020	#13688	6	▼ down 3348 · -40% births
2015	#10340	10	▲ up 3460 · +43% births
2010	#13800	7	▼ down 2705 · -12% births
2000	#11095	8	▼ down 95 · +14% births
1995	#11000	7	▼ down 1312 · -12% births
1990	#9688	8	▼ down 2902 · -20% births
1985	#6786	10	▲ up 1157 · +25% births
1980	#7943	8	▲ up 2135 · +60% births
1975	#10078	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Rehana

Best Year1985Rank #6786

Peak Count10

Average Rank#10770

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1975 - 202210 years

The story of Rehana

Rehana is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1973. With 316 total births recorded, Rehana remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #10078 in 1975, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #13284 in 2022.

Names that peaked alongside Rehana in 1985:

Jessica Ashley Jennifer Amanda Sarah

Rehana by decade

Rehana peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	21
1980s	63
1990s	58
2000s ★	84
2010s	84
2020s	6

💎Rehana has only 316 total recorded births since 1973 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Rehana?

Common

RehRehieRehyAna

Famous people named Rehana

Rehana (Sufi mystic)

Rehana used this name in the tradition of Islamic mysticism and spirituality.

Rehana (historical Arab ruler)

Rehana held this name across the Umayyad or Abbasid Caliphates, spreading its use widely.

Rehana (Arab poet)

Rehana carried this name in the rich tradition of classical Arabic poetry.

Rehana (historical Arab ruler)

Rehana held this name across the Umayyad or Abbasid Caliphates, spreading its use widely.

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Rehanna

Arabic · fragrant flower

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Common questions about the name Rehana

What does the name Rehana mean?

Rehana means "Arabic" — a name rooted in Arabic tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Rehana?

Rehana is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Rehana?

Rehana originates from Arabic tradition. Arabic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Rehana?

Rehana is a three-syllable name pronounced R EH1 AA1 N AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Rehana?

Rehana pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Arabic heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.