Rayhaan
Rayhaan is a Muslim boy name meaning “Sweet basil, fragrant plant”.
| Meaning | Sweet basil, fragrant plant |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | ريحان |
| Pronunciation | ray-HAAN |
| Arabic root | ر و ح (r-w-ḥ) — breeze, scent, rest |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Rayhaan
Rayhaan is a South Asian and English spelling of Rayḥān, the Arabic word for sweet basil and, more broadly, any fragrant plant. The doubled 'aa' marks the long vowel of the second syllable. In Arabic the word also carries the idea of ease and provision from God. It is a gentle, nature-based name with a clear Quranic link.
Is Rayhaan a Muslim name?
Yes. Rayhaan is a Muslim name. The word rayḥān appears in the Quran describing the fragrant plants and the comfort granted to the righteous.
Is Rayhaan in the Quran?
The word appears in Surah al-Rahman: 'And grain with husks, and fragrant plants (al-rayḥān)' (Quran 55:12).
Where is the name Rayhaan used?
This spelling is most common among Muslims in Pakistan, India, Bangladesh and the UK.
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Spellings and variants of Rayhaan
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rayhaan mean?
Rayhaan means 'Sweet basil, fragrant plant'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Rayhaan a Muslim name?
Yes. Rayhaan is a Muslim name. The word rayḥān appears in the Quran describing the fragrant plants and the comfort granted to the righteous.
How do you write Rayhaan in Arabic?
Rayhaan is written ريحان in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Rayhaan?
Rayhaan is pronounced ray-HAAN.
Is Rayhaan mentioned in the Quran?
The word appears in Surah al-Rahman: 'And grain with husks, and fragrant plants (al-rayḥān)' (Quran 55:12).