Rihaan
2025 SSA
About Rihaan
Rihaan is a masculine name with multicultural origins, primarily found in Indian, Arabic, and Persian traditions. In Arabic, it means 'sweet-smelling plant' or 'basil,' while in Sanskrit, it can mean 'heaven's gateway.' The name has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly in South Asian communities and increasingly in multicultural Western settings. Rihaan offers melodic pronunciation with its flowing vowels while remaining concise and strong. Its international appeal bridges different cultural traditions while remaining distinctive. Parents are often drawn to Rihaan for its beautiful meaning, contemporary sound, and cross-cultural accessibility, making it an increasingly popular choice for boys.
Pronounced rih-AHN.
As of October 2026, Rihaan ranked #3172 for boys in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #1972 for boys in 2019.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | #2,905 | 41 | 21.4 |
| 2016 | #2,760 | 44 | 23.2 |
| 2017 | #1,997 | 72 | 38.9 |
| 2018 | #2,116 | 67 | 36.9 |
| 2019 | #1,972 | 75 | 41.8 |
| 2020 | #2,254 | 61 | 35.3 |
| 2021 | #2,035 | 73 | 41.7 |
| 2022 | #2,262 | 64 | 36.7 |
| 2023 | #2,213 | 65 | 38 |
| 2024 | #2,651 | 50 | 29 |
| 2025 | #3,172 | 38 | 22.2 |