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Rayyana

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Pronounced ray-YAH-nah /raɪˈjɑː.nə/Medium

Meaning: A feminine form of the Arabic Rayyan - 'lush; well-watered; satisfied with drink.' Ar-Rayyan is also named as a gate of Paradise reserved for those who fast, held in respect.Low

In 30 seconds: A lush Arabic name: Rayyana comes from Rayyan, 'well-watered' - also a gate of Paradise (said 'ray-YAH-nah'). Verdant and rare.
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Origin MediumArabic
MeaningA feminine form of the Arabic Rayyan - 'lush; well-watered; satisfied with drink.' Ar-Rayyan is also named as a gate of Paradise reserved for those who fast, held in respect.
U.S. rank (2023)#17065
2023 U.S. births5 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2023
Total births (all-time)≈ 5

History & Origin

Rayyana grows from the Arabic Rayyan ('lush; well-watered'), tied respectfully to a gate of Paradise. It reads verdant and rare in the U.S. (said 'ray-YAH-nah').

In the U.S. it appears rarely, mostly in Muslim families. Rare, lush, and meaning-rich.

Did you know? Rayyana is a feminine form of Rayyan, Arabic for 'lush; well-watered' - and ar-Rayyan is named in tradition as a gate of Paradise, which we note with respect (said 'ray-YAH-nah').
Overall data confidence 46%
References - Rayyana — Arabic Rayyan/'well-watered'; a gate of Paradise

Variations

RayyanRayanaRayanah

Nicknames

RayYaya

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Rayyana mean?

Rayyana is Arabic, a feminine form of Rayyan, 'lush; well-watered.' Ar-Rayyan is also named as a gate of Paradise.

How do you pronounce Rayyana?

It's said ray-YAH-nah /raɪˈjɑː.nə/ - three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Rayyana a boy or girl name?

Rayyana is a girl's name.

How popular is Rayyana?

Rayyana is a rare name in the U.S.

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