Reyana
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "heavenly meadows or gardens".
Name Census estimates that about 315 living Americans carry the first name Reyana. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Reyana today is around 19 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Reyana births was 2006 (29 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Reyana. 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.
For a British comparison, Name Census UK has a UK baby-name profile for Reyana with official rankings and popularity over time.
People living today
315
~ 1 in 1,088,109 Americans
Peak year
2006
29 babies that year
Average age
19
years old
2024 SSA rank
#13,130
Tracked since 1993
Census
Reyana in the 2020 Census
The 2020 Census recorded 320 people with the first name Reyana, which placed it at #28,183 in the published first-name tables. This is a snapshot of people who already had the name at the time of the Census.
The SSA sections elsewhere on this page answer a different question: how often parents gave the name to babies over time. The "people living today" figure on this page is different again: it is a current estimate built from SSA birth records and age-based survival rates, so the two numbers are not expected to match exactly.
2020 Census rank
#28,183
National first-name rank
People counted
320
320 in the published race/origin table
Per 100,000
0.1
People with this name in 2020
Largest reported group
Black or African American
31.9% of people with this name
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Reyana
In the 2020 Census race and Hispanic-origin table, the largest reported group for people named Reyana is Black at 31.9%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (31.3%) and Asian/Pacific Islander (15.9%). These figures describe the people who had the name in 2020, not any inherent property of the name itself.
The bar chart below shows how people with the first name Reyana described their own race and ethnicity on the 2020 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given name, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Percentages are shown so the breakdown is easy to read across every published category. Because the 2020 Census first-name file also includes raw headcounts for each group, Name Census can show those alongside the percentages in the legend and hover tooltip.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A first name does not determine a person's race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the name Reyana at the time of the 2020 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- Black or African American31.9% · 102
- Hispanic or Latino31.3% · 100
- Asian and Pacific Islander15.9% · 51
- White14.4% · 46
- Two or more races5.9% · 19
- American Indian and Alaska Native0.6% · 2
Popularity
Reyana: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Reyana from the 1990s through to the 2020s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 171 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2000s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Reyana 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 Reyana 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 Reyana
The name Reyana is a beautiful and intriguing moniker with roots that can be traced back to various ancient cultures and languages. Its origins are believed to lie in the Sanskrit language, which was widely spoken in the Indian subcontinent during the ancient and medieval periods.
One interpretation suggests that Reyana is derived from the Sanskrit word "Reya," meaning "wealthy" or "prosperous." This connection implies that the name may have been bestowed upon individuals with a prosperous lineage or those born into affluent families. Another theory proposes that Reyana stems from the Sanskrit word "Raina," which signifies "night" or "darkness," possibly alluding to the name's association with the mystical and celestial realms.
Historically, the name Reyana has been documented in various ancient texts and records, although its usage was relatively limited in comparison to other names from the region. One notable reference can be found in the Mahabharata, the epic Sanskrit narrative that recounts the struggles and triumphs of the Kuru dynasty. In this ancient text, a character named Reyana is mentioned, though details about their role and significance are scarce.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Reyana can be traced back to the medieval era, particularly in regions that were influenced by the spread of Sanskrit and Indian culture. One of the earliest known individuals bearing this name was Reyana Devi, a renowned mystic and spiritual teacher who lived in the 12th century CE. Her teachings and writings on the path to enlightenment and self-realization were highly influential during her time and continue to be studied by scholars and seekers alike.
Throughout history, the name Reyana has been carried by several notable figures, albeit in relatively small numbers. In the 16th century, Reyana Sultana was a prominent figure in the Mughal Empire, known for her patronage of the arts and her influential role in the court of Emperor Akbar. Another remarkable individual was Reyana Vasudev, a celebrated poet and scholar who lived in the 18th century and made significant contributions to the literary and philosophical traditions of her time.
In more recent centuries, the name Reyana has gained popularity in various parts of the world, particularly in regions with strong cultural ties to the Indian subcontinent. One notable bearer of this name was Reyana Kapoor, a pioneering Indian actress and dancer who graced the silver screen in the early 20th century, captivating audiences with her talent and charisma. Additionally, Reyana Khan, a renowned Pakistani painter and artist, gained recognition for her vibrant and thought-provoking works that explored themes of identity, culture, and the human experience.
While the name Reyana may not be as widespread as some other monikers, its rich history and cultural significance make it a captivating choice for those seeking a name with depth and uniqueness. Its connection to ancient languages and traditions, along with the notable individuals who have carried this name throughout history, contribute to its enduring allure and mystique.
People
Reyana + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Reyana 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
Reyana: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Reyana?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 315 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Reyana 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 1,088,109 US residents.
Is Reyana a common name?
We classify Reyana as "Very Rare". It ranks above 79.7% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 320 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Reyana most popular?
The single biggest year for Reyana was 2006, when 29 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Reyana is about 19 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
How common was Reyana in the 2020 Census?
The published 2020 Census first-name tables recorded 320 people with the name Reyana, or 0.11 per 100,000 residents. That placed it at #28,183 in the national Census ranking for first names.
Why is the Census count different from the living estimate?
Because they measure different things. The Census figure is a count of people who had the name Reyana in 2020. The living estimate aims to answer a current question instead: how many people with the name are alive today, based on SSA birth records and age-based survival rates. Since one number is a 2020 snapshot and the other is a present-day estimate, they are not expected to be identical.
What does the Census say about the gender split for Reyana?
In the 2020 Census sex table, Reyana appears almost entirely female. Of the 318 people counted with this name, 99.1% were female and only a very small share were male. The Census view is a snapshot of people living with the name in 2020, while the SSA section above tracks births across time.
What does the Census say about the background of people named Reyana?
In the 2020 Census race and Hispanic-origin table, the largest reported group for people named Reyana is Black at 31.9%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (31.3%) and Asian/Pacific Islander (15.9%). These figures describe the people who had the name in 2020, not any inherent property of the name itself. The percentages in the chart above come from self-reported race and Hispanic-origin responses in the 2020 Census.
Which group reports the name Reyana most often in the Census?
Black is the largest reported group for people named Reyana in the 2020 Census, accounting for 31.9% (102 people in the published table).
Why can the Census sex total and race total differ slightly?
The Census Bureau published separate 2020 tables for sex and for race/Hispanic origin, and the released figures can differ slightly because of privacy protection in the public files. That is why this page treats the gender section and the race/origin section as two related snapshots instead of forcing them into one identical total.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only includes names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files have no Census demographic snapshot. When that happens, the SSA trend, gender history, and state sections still appear, but the 2020 Census demographic sections are omitted.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Reyana in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Reyana a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Reyana 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.
Is Reyana still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Reyana in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Reyana can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
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.
How many people are named Reyana?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.