Holding steady.
Popularity of Raheen since 1972
Babies named Raheen per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 127 |
| 1980s | 134 |
| 1990s | 102 |
| 2000s | 27 |
| 2010s | 10 |
| 2020s | 6 |
Meaning & origin
Raheen is a rare given name with an uncertain origin and history. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1972, but has never charted in the national top 1000, indicating consistent but very low usage. Its peak year came in 1979, though even then it was uncommon. The name remains stable in obscurity, with no strong regional concentration. Parents who choose Raheen may be drawn to its soft sound and resemblance to the Arabic name Rahim, though its true derivation remains unclear. The name has no noted famous bearers, leaving it a fresh, individual choice.
Raheen may be a modern invented name, perhaps inspired by the Arabic name Rahim (meaning 'merciful') or the Irish surname Raheen. Its earliest recorded use in the United States was 1972, but it has never appeared in the national top 1000, suggesting rare and sporadic use.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Rae, Ree
Variants: Rahim, Raeheen
Sibling names for Raheen
Names that share Raheen's style, for a brother or sister.
