Sweet basil or a fragrant scent
Derived from the Arabic word for the aromatic basil plant, it carries connotations of sweetness and pleasant fragrance. In Islamic tradition, it is associated with the scent of paradise and was the name of one of the Prophet Muhammad's companions.
Less common today
Rayhana isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,591 in 2024.
A prominent woman from the 7th century and companion of the Prophet Muhammad
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
