Rayyan
Rayyan is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Luxuriant, well-watered, or plentiful.
Origin and history
Rayyan is an Arabic name meaning 'luxuriant' or 'watered'. In Islamic tradition, Al-Rayyan is the name of one of the gates of Paradise designated for those who fast. Its usage in the United States has steadily grown in recent decades among families seeking a traditional Arabic name that translates easily to English.
Popularity in the United States
3,221 babies in the United States have been named Rayyan since 1880. It ranks #2265 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1113.
States where it is most popular
- NY (20.3 %)
- TX (17 %)
- CA (15.2 %)
- IL (12.5 %)
- NJ (7.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 29 |
| 2000-2010 | 660 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,601 |
| 2020-2029 | 931 |
Famous people named Rayyan
- Rayyan Baniya: Athlete, Soccer Player
Fun facts
- In Hadith literature, Ar-Rayyan is described as the special gate of Paradise reserved for observers of fasting during Ramadan.
- The root of the name in Arabic relates to being well-watered or quenched of thirst, symbolizing abundance.