The name Riha is of Slavic origin, specifically from the Czech Republic and Slovakia. It is a unisex given name, though it is more commonly used for girls. The name Riha is believed to mean 'peace' or 'quiet'. It is often associated with the Czech surname Riha, which is thought to derive from a nickname meaning 'peasant' or 'husbandman'. Despite its masculine connotation in terms of surnames, Riha as a given name has a feminine charm and has been popular among parents looking for unique yet meaningful names for their daughters.
The name Riha was quite popular between 2013 and 2018, with a peak of six babies named Riha in 2017.