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UK girl's name

Reha

A name of Japanese origin meaning "trail" or "path" in life.

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2019. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Reha is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Reha popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2019 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5591, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2000, with 5 births.

This profile covers 32 England and Wales registrations across 9 recorded years from 1997 to 2019. 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 60% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 32 living people in the UK are called Reha. 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 2020 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Reha ranked #5591 for girls in England and Wales in 2019, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2000, when 5 girls were registered as Reha.
  • About 32 living people in the UK are estimated to have Reha as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#5591

2019

Births in 2019

3

Latest year

Peak year

2000

5 births

Estimated living

32

2026

Meaning

What does Reha mean?

The name Reha originates from the Arabic language and has its roots in Islamic culture. It is derived from the Arabic word "raha," which means "rest" or "repose." The name is believed to have emerged in the 7th century during the early years of Islam.

In the context of Islamic culture, the name Reha carries a spiritual connotation, symbolizing the idea of finding peace and tranquility through faith and submission to God. It is often associated with the concept of attaining inner peace and serenity.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Reha can be found in the literary works of the renowned Arab poet and philosopher Al-Mutanabbi, who lived from 915 to 965 AD. In his poetic verses, he referred to the name Reha as a symbol of calmness and contentment.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Reha. One of the most famous was Reha Al-Baghdadi, a celebrated Islamic scholar and theologian who lived in the 11th century. He made significant contributions to the study and interpretation of the Quran and Islamic jurisprudence.

Another prominent figure was Reha Al-Andalusi, a renowned mathematician and astronomer from Al-Andalus (present-day Spain) during the 10th century. He is credited with pioneering work in the field of advanced mathematics and astronomical calculations.

In the realm of literature, Reha Al-Masri was a renowned Syrian poet who lived in the 13th century. His poetic works were highly regarded for their depth of emotion and mastery of language.

During the Ottoman Empire, Reha Pasha was a prominent military commander and statesman who served as the Grand Vizier in the 17th century. He played a significant role in the expansion and administration of the Ottoman territories.

In the modern era, Reha Erdem was a Turkish filmmaker and screenwriter who gained international acclaim for his thought-provoking and critically acclaimed films. He was born in 1963 and made a significant impact on the Turkish cinema industry.

These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have borne the name Reha throughout history, each leaving their mark in various fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of cultural heritage.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Reha over time

The chart below shows babies named Reha registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1997 to 2019. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Reha, the clearest high point is 2000. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2019, compared with 5 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Reha
01345199720082019

Decades

Reha by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Reha 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
2010s #5356 10 3
2000s #3846 19 5
1990s #3824 3 1

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FAQ

Reha: questions and answers

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

In 2019, Reha was ranked #5591 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Reha most popular?

The peak year on record was 2000, with 5 babies registered as Reha in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Reha?

A name of Japanese origin meaning "trail" or "path" in life.

How many people are called Reha in the UK?

A total of 32 babies have been registered as Reha across the 9 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.