Holding steady.
Popularity of Rehanna since 1977
Babies named Rehanna per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 8 |
| 1980s | 12 |
| 1990s | 32 |
| 2000s | 128 |
| 2010s | 35 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Rehanna is a modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1977, reflecting the late-20th-century trend of creative respellings. It reached its peak popularity in 2007, the same year that the singer Rihanna's fame was soaring, suggesting a cultural influence. However, Rehanna has never entered the top 1,000 names, and its trajectory has remained stable, indicating consistent but low-key use. The name's spelling distinguishes it from the more common Rihanna or Rhianna, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive variant. While its exact meaning is debated, Rehanna fits comfortably among stylish, melodic names popular in the 2000s.
Rehanna is a modern English variant of the name Rhianna, which emerged in the late 20th century. It may be influenced by the Welsh name Rhiannon, meaning 'great queen' or 'divine', or by the name Rihanna, a blend of 'Rih' and 'Anna' popularized by the singer. The spelling Rehanna appears as a creative respelling without a single traditional derivation.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ree, Anna, Riri
Sibling names for Rehanna
Names that share Rehanna's style, for a brother or sister.
