Rihana
Rihana is a girl baby name. Ranked #10,023 in the US, popular nicknames include Rih, Riy, and Rihie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Rihana first appeared in US Social Security records in 1983.
Over 689 babies have been named Rihana in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Rihana is past its peak , currently ranked #10,023 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #10,023
- Total SSA Count
- 11
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About the Name Rihana
Rihana is a girl name .
Rihana is currently ranked #10,023 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Rihana include Rih, Riy, Rihie, and Rihaie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Rihana include Rihanna . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis