Rising since 1996, #1,008 for boys today.
Popularity of Rayyan since 1996
Babies named Rayyan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 0 | 29 |
| 2000s | 54 | 660 |
| 2010s | 129 | 1,601 |
| 2020s | 67 | 931 |
Meaning & origin
Rayyan entered U.S. records in 1996 and has been steadily climbing since, reaching its peak rank of 1008 in 2025 with a 1-in-7625 frequency. The name is most popular in New York, New Jersey, and Maryland. Its rise mirrors growing cultural awareness of Arabic names, and its Islamic significance gives it particular resonance within Muslim communities. The trajectory suggests continued growth as it appeals to parents seeking a name that is both meaningful and modern.
Rayyan is an Arabic name derived from the root r-y-n, conveying lushness and abundance. In Islamic tradition, Ar-Rayyan is the name of a gate in Paradise through which those who fast enter. The name has been borne across the Arabic-speaking world and gained international use in the late 20th century.
Where Rayyan is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Rayyan” around the world
Where Rayyan lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
15
babies in 2024
Ireland
7
babies in 2025
Quebec
6
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · CSO Ireland (Ireland) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ray
Sibling names for Rayyan
Names that share Rayyan's style, for a brother or sister.
