Reha
A name of Japanese origin meaning "trail" or "path" in life.
Name Census estimates that about 124 living Americans carry the first name Reha. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Reha today is around 9 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Reha births was 2024 (16 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Reha. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
124
~ 1 in 2,764,148 Americans
Peak year
2024
16 babies that year
Average age
9
years old
2024 SSA rank
#7,159
Tracked since 2002
Popularity
Reha: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Reha from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2020s, with 58 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Reha by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Reha during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Reha
The name Reha originates from the Arabic language and has its roots in Islamic culture. It is derived from the Arabic word "raha," which means "rest" or "repose." The name is believed to have emerged in the 7th century during the early years of Islam.
In the context of Islamic culture, the name Reha carries a spiritual connotation, symbolizing the idea of finding peace and tranquility through faith and submission to God. It is often associated with the concept of attaining inner peace and serenity.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Reha can be found in the literary works of the renowned Arab poet and philosopher Al-Mutanabbi, who lived from 915 to 965 AD. In his poetic verses, he referred to the name Reha as a symbol of calmness and contentment.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Reha. One of the most famous was Reha Al-Baghdadi, a celebrated Islamic scholar and theologian who lived in the 11th century. He made significant contributions to the study and interpretation of the Quran and Islamic jurisprudence.
Another prominent figure was Reha Al-Andalusi, a renowned mathematician and astronomer from Al-Andalus (present-day Spain) during the 10th century. He is credited with pioneering work in the field of advanced mathematics and astronomical calculations.
In the realm of literature, Reha Al-Masri was a renowned Syrian poet who lived in the 13th century. His poetic works were highly regarded for their depth of emotion and mastery of language.
During the Ottoman Empire, Reha Pasha was a prominent military commander and statesman who served as the Grand Vizier in the 17th century. He played a significant role in the expansion and administration of the Ottoman territories.
In the modern era, Reha Erdem was a Turkish filmmaker and screenwriter who gained international acclaim for his thought-provoking and critically acclaimed films. He was born in 1963 and made a significant impact on the Turkish cinema industry.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have borne the name Reha throughout history, each leaving their mark in various fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of cultural heritage.
People
Reha + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Reha as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with R
Other first names starting with R with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Reha: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Reha?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 124 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Reha going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 2,764,148 US residents.
Is Reha a common name?
We classify Reha as "Very Rare". It ranks above 67.6% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 125 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Reha most popular?
The single biggest year for Reha was 2024, when 16 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Reha is about 9 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Reha a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Reha in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.