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Rayyan

♂ Boy

Pronounced RAY-yan /ˈreɪ.jɑːn/Low

Meaning: Gate of paradise for those who fasted in RamadanLow

In 30 seconds: Rayyan is an Arabic name from Islamic tradition meaning the gate of paradise that only those who fasted (observed Ramadan) may enter. One of eight gates of Jannah (paradise), this name carries profound Islamic spiritual significance.
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Origin LowArabic
MeaningGate of paradise for those who fasted in Ramadan
U.S. rank (2024)#1320 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births147 boys (0.01% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2015
Total births (all-time)≈ 2,997

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201519962024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Rayyan comes from Arabic meaning well-watered, lush, or the gate of paradise. In Islamic tradition it is one of the eight gates of Jannah reserved for those who fasted.

Rayyan is popular across the Muslim world and in Muslim communities in the United States among families of varied ethnic backgrounds.

Did you know? In Hadith, the Prophet Muhammad said: In paradise there is a gate called Rayyan through which only those who fasted will enter — every Rayyan bears the name of a heavenly gate.
Overall data confidence 90%
Behind the Name: Rayyan

Variations

RayanRaianRayaan

Nicknames

Ray

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Frequently Asked

What does Rayyan mean?

Rayyan means the gate of paradise that only those who fasted may enter, from Islamic Hadith tradition.

Is Rayyan an Islamic name?

Yes, Rayyan is deeply rooted in Islam as one of the eight gates of Jannah (paradise).

How do you pronounce Rayyan?

Rayyan is pronounced RAY-yan with two syllables.

What names are similar to Rayyan?

Similar names include Rayan, Ayaan, and Zayan.

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