Meaning of Rehana

Pronunciation: Rehana is pronounced reh-HAA-nah

Written as: ريحانة (Arabic) · ریحانہ (Arabic)

About the Name Rehana

Rehana is a girl name with roots in Arabic and Islamic culture. From the Arabic 'rayhana', 'sweet basil' - a fragrant, sweet-smelling plant.

The numerology number for Rehana is 1, reflecting the personality traits and characteristics associated with this name.

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Origin / Religionarabic, islamic
Gendergirl
StyleClassic
PopularityUncommon name in India (2025)

Details

Origin : arabic, islamic

Gender : girl

Numerology : 1

Syllables : 3

Last updated 10 November 2026 · How we research names · Report a mistake

Etymology of Rehana

From the Arabic 'rayhana', one sprig of 'rayhan', which means sweet basil or any sweet-smelling herb. 'Rayhan' appears in the Quran among the blessings of God. Rehana is the usual South Asian spelling.

Variants and related forms of Rehana

Notable people named Rehana

  • Rehana Sultan: Indian actress known for Hindi films such as Dastak.

Personality and Numerology of Rehana

In numerology, the name Rehana reduces to the number 1, which is most often linked to leadership, independence, originality. A person carrying this vibration tends to be a natural pioneer - driven, ambitious, and most comfortable charting their own path rather than following someone else’s.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Rehana mean in Arabic?
From the Arabic 'rayhana', 'sweet basil' - a fragrant, sweet-smelling plant.
What is the origin of the name Rehana?
From the Arabic 'rayhana', one sprig of 'rayhan', which means sweet basil or any sweet-smelling herb. 'Rayhan' appears in the Quran among the blessings of God. Rehana is the usual South Asian spelling.
How do you pronounce Rehana?
Rehana is pronounced reh-HAA-nah.
Is Rehana a boy or girl name?
Rehana is a girl name.
What is the numerology number of Rehana?
The numerology number for the name Rehana is 1. Numerology associates this number with specific personality traits and a distinct life path.

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