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UK name, mostly girls

Razaan

An Arabic name meaning "content" or "gratified".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Also recorded as a boys' name in the UK, with 5 boys.

Razaan is mostly registered for girls in the UK records. People looking for Razaan popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4843, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2008, with 4 births.

This profile covers 12 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 2008 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.

The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 12 living people in the UK are called Razaan. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Razaan ranked #4843 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 4 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2008, when 4 girls were registered as Razaan.
  • Razaan is also recorded for boys, but the girls side is the larger UK variant in these records.
  • About 12 living people in the UK are estimated to have Razaan as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
  • Across the England and Wales records shown here, 70.6% of Razaan registrations are for girls.

Latest rank (E&W)

#4843

2024

Births in 2024

4

Latest year

Peak year

2008

4 births

Estimated living

12

2026

Gender

Boy and girl registrations for Razaan

In England and Wales birth records, Razaan has been registered for both boys and girls. Across the years shown here, 29.4% of registrations are for boys and 70.6% are for girls.

These figures use the sex categories in the published baby-name files. They are useful for spotting how the name is used at registration, but they are not a live measure of gender identity or everyone living with the name today.

29% boys
71% girls
Boys5 (29.4%)Girls12 (70.6%)

Razaan registered for boys

  • Ranked #3,478 in 2016
  • 5 boys registered in 2016
  • Peak: 2016 (5 births)

Razaan registered for girls

  • Ranked #4,843 in 2024
  • 4 girls registered in 2024
  • Peak: 2008 (4 births)

Meaning

What does Razaan mean?

The name Razaan is believed to have originated in the Arabic language and culture, tracing its roots back to the Middle East and North Africa regions. The earliest recorded usage of this name dates back to the 7th century CE, during the rise of the Islamic civilization.

The name Razaan is derived from the Arabic word "razzan," which means "to weigh" or "to balance." It is believed that this name was initially given to individuals who exhibited a sense of fairness, balance, and justice in their actions and decisions.

In ancient Arabic texts and historical records, the name Razaan is often associated with individuals who were known for their wisdom, integrity, and commitment to upholding principles of righteousness. Some scholars suggest that the name may have been inspired by verses from the Quran that emphasize the importance of balance and moderation in one's life.

One of the earliest recorded individuals bearing the name Razaan was Razaan ibn Abdul Malik, a renowned scholar and jurist who lived during the Umayyad Caliphate in the 8th century CE. He was highly respected for his contributions to Islamic jurisprudence and his efforts in promoting education and intellectual discourse.

Another notable figure with the name Razaan was Razaan al-Basri, a prominent Sufi mystic and poet who lived in the 9th century CE. His teachings and writings on spirituality and self-reflection have influenced generations of scholars and seekers of spiritual enlightenment.

In the 11th century CE, Razaan ibn Abi al-Rijal was a celebrated physician and astronomer from Andalusia (modern-day Spain). His works on medical practices and astronomical observations were widely studied and referenced by scholars of his time.

During the 13th century CE, Razaan al-Din Simnani was a revered Sufi master and poet from Persia (modern-day Iran). His spiritual teachings and poetic compositions have left a lasting impact on the Islamic mystical tradition.

In more recent history, Razaan Ghubash was a prominent Omani diplomat and politician who served as the Minister of Foreign Affairs for the Sultanate of Oman from 1972 to 1997. He played a crucial role in shaping Oman's foreign policy and diplomatic relations during his tenure.

These are just a few examples of individuals who have borne the name Razaan throughout history, each leaving their mark in various fields such as scholarship, spirituality, science, and governance.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Razaan over time

The chart below compares boys and girls registered as Razaan in England and Wales, from 2008 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Razaan, the clearest high point is 2008. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2024, compared with 4 at the peak.

Babies born per year

BoysGirls
01345200820162024

Decades

Razaan by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Razaan was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.

Decade Average rank Total births Years covered
2020s #4843 4 1
2010s #4736 4 1
2000s #4524 4 1

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FAQ

Razaan: questions and answers

How popular is the name Razaan in the UK right now?

In 2024, Razaan was ranked #4843 for girls in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.

When was Razaan most popular?

The peak year on record was 2008, with 4 babies registered as Razaan in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Razaan?

An Arabic name meaning "content" or "gratified".

How many people are called Razaan in the UK?

A total of 12 babies have been registered as Razaan across the 3 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.

Which records is this page based on?

The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.