Reyhaneh
Reyhaneh is a Muslim girl name meaning “Sweet basil, fragrant plant”.
| Meaning | Sweet basil, fragrant plant |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Persian form of Arabic Rayḥāna |
| Arabic spelling | ریحانه |
| Pronunciation | rey-hah-NEH |
| Arabic root | ر و ح (r-w-ḥ) — scent, breeze |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Reyhaneh
Reyhaneh is the Persian pronunciation of the Arabic Rayḥāna, a sweet-smelling herb such as basil. In a hadith the Prophet ﷺ called his grandsons Ḥasan and Ḥusayn his two rayḥānas (sweet basil) in this world. Rayḥāna bint Zayd is also remembered in the sīra as a woman in the Prophet's household.
Is Reyhaneh a Muslim name?
Yes. Reyhaneh is a Muslim name, the Persian form of Rayḥāna, a fragrant plant mentioned in the Quran and in hadith.
Is Reyhaneh in the Quran?
The word rayḥān appears in the Quran: 'And grain with husks, and fragrant plants' (Quran 55:12).
Where is the name Reyhaneh used?
Very popular in Iran; related forms Rehana and Raihana are common in South Asia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Reyhaneh mean?
Reyhaneh means 'Sweet basil, fragrant plant'. It comes from Persian form of Arabic Rayḥāna.
Is Reyhaneh a Muslim name?
Yes. Reyhaneh is a Muslim name, the Persian form of Rayḥāna, a fragrant plant mentioned in the Quran and in hadith.
How do you write Reyhaneh in Arabic?
Reyhaneh is written ریحانه in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Reyhaneh?
Reyhaneh is pronounced rey-hah-NEH.
Is Reyhaneh mentioned in the Quran?
The word rayḥān appears in the Quran: 'And grain with husks, and fragrant plants' (Quran 55:12).