Rayhan

Meaning of Rayhan

Rayhan is a unisex given name of Arabic origin, literally meaning “fragrant herb” and often associated with basil, which imparts an understated sense of freshness. It transcends linguistic boundaries—pronounced RAH-yahn in Indonesian, ray-HAHN in Arabic and roy-HAHN in Bengali—yet retains a simple, two-syllable structure that English speakers find easy to articulate. In the United States its use has been modest but consistent, with 27 newborns named Rayhan in 2024, placing it around the 897th rank and illustrating its steady appeal amid more popular choices. By combining global resonance with straightforward pronunciation, Rayhan offers parents a distinctive name that feels both worldly and accessible.