UK boy's name
Ridaan
A masculine name of Arabic origin meaning "obedient" or "watchful".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2021. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Ridaan is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Ridaan popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2021 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3990, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2021, with 4 births.
This profile covers 4 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2021 to 2021. 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.
Ridaan is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 4 living people in the UK are called Ridaan. 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 2022 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Ridaan ranked #3990 for boys in England and Wales in 2021, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2021, when 4 boys were registered as Ridaan.
- • About 4 living people in the UK are estimated to have Ridaan as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3990
2021
Births in 2021
4
Latest year
Peak year
2021
4 births
Estimated living
4
2026
Meaning
What does Ridaan mean?
The name Ridaan has its origins in the Arabic language and can be traced back to the Middle Ages. It is derived from the Arabic word "ridha," which means "satisfaction" or "contentment." The name is associated with the concept of finding peace and fulfillment in life.
Historically, the name Ridaan was predominantly used in regions with significant Arab or Islamic cultural influences, including the Middle East, North Africa, and parts of Asia. It gained popularity during the golden age of the Islamic civilization, when scholars and poets celebrated the virtues of contentment and inner peace.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Ridaan can be found in a collection of Arabic poetry from the 9th century CE. The renowned poet Al-Mutanabbi wrote a verse praising the character of a man named Ridaan, describing him as a person who embodied tranquility and wisdom.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Ridaan. One such individual was Ridaan al-Khalili, a renowned mathematician and astronomer who lived in the 12th century CE in what is now modern-day Iraq. He made significant contributions to the fields of algebra and trigonometry, and his works were widely studied in the Islamic world.
Another prominent figure named Ridaan was Sheikh Ridaan al-Ghazi, a revered Sufi mystic and spiritual leader who lived in the 13th century CE in present-day Turkey. He was known for his teachings on inner peace and his ability to guide followers towards a state of contentment and self-realization.
In the realm of literature, Ridaan ibn al-Qasim was a celebrated poet and scholar who lived in the 10th century CE in what is now modern-day Morocco. His poetic works, which often explored themes of love, nature, and the human condition, were highly regarded and influential during his time.
During the Ottoman Empire, a notable figure named Ridaan Pasha served as a high-ranking military commander in the 16th century CE. He was known for his strategic brilliance and valor on the battlefield, as well as his commitment to upholding justice and honor.
Another individual of historical significance was Ridaan al-Faruqi, a prominent Islamic scholar and jurist who lived in the 11th century CE in what is now modern-day Iran. He made significant contributions to the interpretation and application of Islamic law, and his writings were widely studied and referenced by legal scholars of his time.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Ridaan by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Ridaan 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 | #3990 | 4 | 1 |
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FAQ
Ridaan: questions and answers
How popular is the name Ridaan in the UK right now?
In 2021, Ridaan was ranked #3990 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Ridaan most popular?
The peak year on record was 2021, with 4 babies registered as Ridaan in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Ridaan?
A masculine name of Arabic origin meaning "obedient" or "watchful".
How many people are called Ridaan in the UK?
A total of 4 babies have been registered as Ridaan across the 1 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.