Rayhaan
Rayhaan is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Sweet basil, a fragrant plant”.
| Meaning | Sweet basil, a fragrant plant |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | ريحان |
| Pronunciation | ray-HAAN |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, United Kingdom |
Meaning and origin of Rayhaan
Rayhaan is a spelling of Rayḥān used in South Asia and in English, which in Arabic means basil or, more widely, any plant with a sweet smell. It is connected to the root r-w-ḥ, which carries the ideas of breeze, scent and rest. The doubled 'aa' shows that the second vowel is long. In Arabic the word also suggests ease and provision from God, making it a gentle, nature-inspired name.
Is Rayhaan a Muslim name?
Rayhaan comes from a Quranic word for fragrant plants and the comfort given to the righteous, as in Surah al-Rahman: 'And grain with husks, and fragrant plants (al-rayḥān)' (Quran 55:12).
How popular is Rayhaan?
This spelling is most common among Muslims in Pakistan, India, Bangladesh and the UK.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rayhaan mean?
Rayhaan means 'Sweet basil, a fragrant plant'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Rayhaan a Muslim name?
Rayhaan comes from a Quranic word for fragrant plants and the comfort given to the righteous, as in Surah al-Rahman: 'And grain with husks, and fragrant plants (al-rayḥān)' (Quran 55:12).
How do you pronounce Rayhaan?
Rayhaan is pronounced ray-HAAN.
Is Rayhaan a boy or girl name?
Rayhaan is usually a boy name.