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GirlPronounced Arabic /raj.ˈħaː.na/; English /ɹi.ˈæn.ə/Dutch language family

Rihanna

Alternate transcription of Arabic ريحانة.

Quick answer

Rihanna is a girl name.

Pronunciation: Arabic /raj.ˈħaː.na/; English /ɹi.ˈæn.ə/.

GenderGirl
PronunciationArabic /raj.ˈħaː.na/; English /ɹi.ˈæn.ə/
Language familyDutch

Meaning and history

Alternate transcription of Arabic ريحانة (see Rayhana ). This name is borne by the Barbadian singer Robyn Rihanna Fenty (1988-), known simply as Rihanna. In the United States it jumped in popularity between the years 2005 and 2008, when Rihanna was releasing her first albums. It quickly declined over the next few years.

Notes and context

Usage: arabic | Arabic: ريحانة