Declining since 2018, #4,707 for boys today.
Popularity of Reyaan since 2006
Babies named Reyaan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 5 |
| 2010s | 278 |
| 2020s | 173 |
Meaning & origin
Reyaan is a modern name that first appeared on the U.S. popularity charts in 2006, reflecting a growing trend of names with Indian and Arabic resonances. Though its exact origin is debated between Sanskrit and Arabic roots, the name has carved its own niche. In 2025, it ranked 4707, with a high uniqueness factor of about 1 in every 81,337 boys. Its peak popularity came in 2017, after which it has seen a steady decline through 2018 and beyond. Reyaan is most common in Texas, indicating a concentration among families with South Asian heritage. The name's soft ending and rhythmic sound fit well with contemporary favorites like Aayan and Zayan.
Reyaan is a name of Indian origin, likely derived from the Sanskrit root 'raya' meaning 'wealth', 'splendor', or 'prosperity'. It is also related to the name Rayan, which has Arabic connections meaning 'gates of heaven' or 'watered'. In the Indian context, Reyaan is a modern adaptation that has gained popularity since the early 2000s.
Where Reyaan is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Rey, Ray
Sibling names for Reyaan
Names that share Reyaan's style, for a brother or sister.
