Reyhan

Reyhan is a female first name that has both Arabic and Turkish roots. It means 'beautiful scent' and can also be interpreted as 'fragrant or aromatic herbs'.

What does the name Reyhan mean?

The name Reyhan, which has its origins in Arabic and Turkish, carries the meaning of 'beautiful scent'. Another interpretation refers to 'fragrant or aromatic herbs', specifically 'basil'. In Turkish, the term reyhan can be directly translated as 'basil'. The origin of the girl's name can be traced back to the Arabic expressions reyḩān or rayḥān (ريحان), which stand for 'the scent', 'the smell', or 'the basil'. This name is also found in the Quran, where it is interpreted as 'paradise scent'. Furthermore, the first name is often associated with the Islamic term for the golden gate of paradise, 'rayan'. In Turkey, there is a well-known song in which a singer sings about a girl from the mountains named Reyhan, leading many people to associate the name with mountains or interpret it as 'mountain princess', although this meaning is not directly given. In the Persian Empire, Reyhaneh was once used as an honorific title for queens, and one of the wives of the Prophet Muhammad bore this name. Additionally, there is a reference to the city of Reyhanli (formerly Reyhaniye) in Turkey. Variants of the name include Rejhan, Rejhana, Reyhana, and Rayhana.

Where does the name Reyhan come from?

Reyhan is a female first name with ancient Turkish and Arabic origins, whose meanings include 'the scent' or 'the fragrance'. The ancient Turkish and Arabic term reyḩān or rayḥān stands for 'the scent', 'the smell', or 'the basil'. The languages in which the name appears are Arabic, Persian, Turkish, and Uyghur.

How do you pronounce Reyhan?

The name Reyhan is divided into two syllables and has a distinctive sound. In German pronunciation, it is usually pronounced as 'Rey-han' [ˈʁeɪhan]. The diphthong 'ey' gives the beginning a flowing, lively note. The softly breathed 'h' creates a slight pause in the middle, while the open 'a' brings warmth to the sound. The final 'n' provides a gentle conclusion. Overall, Reyhan presents itself as modern and characterful – sonically balanced and harmonious.

Popularity

In Germany, Reyhan is among the preferred first names for girls. The name is currently ranked 1,630th among the most common female baby names. Its best placement was in 2005 at rank 618. In the past ten years, Reyhan has been given as a first name about 270 times, which elevates it to 1,296th place in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 1,381st.

Nicknames & pet names

Rey / Reyha / Reyhancim / Reyhena / Reyhos / Reyhään / Reykusch / Yhan

Similar first names

Famous people

• Asik Reyhani (poet and folk singer)
• Reyhan Arabacioglu (weightlifter)
• Reyhan Karaca (singer)
• Reyhan Sahin (German rapper)
• Reyhan Seker (Turkish footballer)
• Reyhan Yildirim (comic artist)