Rayan
Rayan first appears in US records in 1973. It peaked in 2023, when 518 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 499.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Rayan popular?
Near its peak Rayan is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2023.
| 2020s | 2,804 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 4,216 | |
| 2000s | 1,444 | |
| 1990s | 268 | |
| 1980s | 135 | |
| 1970s | 28 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Rayan mean?
Rayyan means “luxuriant, well-watered,” and names a gate of paradise in Islamic tradition.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rayan mean?
Rayan means Lush; gate of heaven. Rayyan means “luxuriant, well-watered,” and names a gate of paradise in Islamic tradition.
What is the origin of the name Rayan?
Rayan is of Arabic origin.
How do you pronounce Rayan?
Rayan is pronounced “RY-an.”
Is Rayan a boy or a girl name?
Rayan is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Rayan a popular name right now?
Rayan is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2023.
How popular is the name Rayan?
In 2025, Rayan ranked #588 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Rayan most popular?
Rayan was most popular in 2023, when about 518 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Rayan?
Names similar to Rayan include Tariq, Hassan, Zayd, Karim, Ahmad.
What names go well with Rayan?
Arabic names that pair well with Rayan include Layla, Aaliyah, Malik, Amir, Omar.