UK girl's name
Reyhana
A feminine Arabic name meaning "smelling of basil or little basil".
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.
Reyhana is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Reyhana popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5891, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2009, with 10 births.
This profile covers 85 England and Wales registrations across 15 recorded years from 2007 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 30% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 85 living people in the UK are called Reyhana. 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
- • Reyhana ranked #5891 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2009, when 10 girls were registered as Reyhana.
- • About 85 living people in the UK are estimated to have Reyhana as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5891
2024
Births in 2024
3
Latest year
Peak year
2009
10 births
Estimated living
85
2026
Meaning
What does Reyhana mean?
The name Reyhana has its origins in the Persian language and culture. It is derived from the Persian word "rey," which means "fragrance" or "aroma," and "hana," which means "flower." The name can be translated to mean "fragrant flower" or "flower with a sweet scent."
Reyhana is a feminine name that has been used in various parts of the Middle East and Central Asia, particularly in Iran, Afghanistan, and parts of Central Asia. The name has been found in ancient Persian literature and poetry, where it was often used as a metaphor to describe the beauty and fragrance of a beloved woman.
One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Reyhana can be found in the works of the famous Persian poet Hafez, who lived in the 14th century. In his poems, Hafez often used the name Reyhana as a symbol of love and beauty. Another notable historical figure with the name Reyhana was Reyhana Bint Zaid, a companion of the Prophet Muhammad who lived in the 7th century.
Throughout history, there have been several notable women who bore the name Reyhana. One such woman was Reyhana Khanum (1846-1924), a famous Uzbek poet and writer who was known for her contributions to the literature and culture of Central Asia. Another notable figure was Reyhana Salam (1919-1999), an Afghan feminist and activist who fought for women's rights and education in Afghanistan.
In the field of music, Reyhana is the name of a famous Algerian singer and composer, Reyhana Saidi (1930-2020), who was known for her contributions to Algerian folk music. In the world of sports, Reyhana Mostafa (born 1987) is an Egyptian squash player who has won several international tournaments and is considered one of the best squash players in the world.
Another notable figure with the name Reyhana was Reyhana Jani (1954-2015), an Afghan politician and women's rights activist who served as the Minister of Women's Affairs in Afghanistan. She was a vocal advocate for women's rights and education in the country and played a crucial role in promoting gender equality and empowering women in Afghanistan.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Reyhana over time
The chart below shows babies named Reyhana registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2007 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 Reyhana, the clearest high point is 2009. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2024, compared with 10 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Reyhana by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Reyhana 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 | #5147 | 11 | 3 |
| 2010s | #3707 | 54 | 9 |
| 2000s | #3339 | 20 | 3 |
Related
Names similar to Reyhana
- Ruby 60,551
- Rebecca 45,764
- Rosie 35,558
- Rachel 19,034
- Rose 18,043
- Robyn 14,556
- Rosa 6,236
- Rhiannon 6,180
- Rachael 4,702
- Rebekah 4,395
- Rhianna 4,177
- Ruth 4,118
FAQ
Reyhana: questions and answers
How popular is the name Reyhana in the UK right now?
In 2024, Reyhana was ranked #5891 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Reyhana most popular?
The peak year on record was 2009, with 10 babies registered as Reyhana in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Reyhana?
A feminine Arabic name meaning "smelling of basil or little basil".
How many people are called Reyhana in the UK?
A total of 85 babies have been registered as Reyhana across the 15 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.