Rihanna
Rihanna is a girl's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Sweet basil, fragrant herb, or sweet scent.
Origin and history
Rihanna is a name of Arabic origin meaning sweet basil or fragrant herb. It surged in popularity in the United States during the mid-2000s, driven by the global fame of the singer Rihanna. Today, it remains a moderately used feminine name with strong contemporary cultural resonance.
Popularity in the United States
6,612 babies in the United States have been named Rihanna since 1880. It ranks #2078 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1355.
States where it is most popular
- TX (13.7 %)
- CA (13.3 %)
- NY (10.9 %)
- FL (10.7 %)
- IL (4.6 %)
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 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 3,346 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,495 |
| 2020-2029 | 771 |
Famous people named Rihanna
- Rihanna: Singer, Entrepreneur
Nicknames
RiRi, Ree
Fun facts
- The name experienced a massive increase in U.S. baby name usage following the 2005 debut of pop star Rihanna.
- The name originates from the Arabic word for sweet basil, a plant prized for its pleasant aroma.