Rehan is an attractive and distinctive given name of Arabic origin, which means "wild" or "untamed". It's often associated with nature's untouched beauty and freedom. This name has gained popularity worldwide due to its unique sound and meaning. It is composed of two consonants (r and h) and two long vowels (ā and a), making it phonetically appealing. Rehan is not just a name, but also a reflection of one's individuality and independent spirit.
The name Rehan experienced a significant rise in popularity from the late 1990s onwards, with a notable spike starting around the year 2000. Between 1974 and 1983, there were consistently low numbers of births with this name, ranging from 5 to 9 per year. However, beginning in 1986, the number of annual births named Rehan started to increase steadily, reaching double digits by 1987.
This trend continued into the 1990s, with the highest numbers recorded in the late '90s and early 2000s. In 2006, there were a remarkable 48 births named Rehan, followed by an even higher number of 79 in 2007. The years 2007 to 2016 saw consistently high numbers of births with this name, ranging from 60 to 75 per year.
However, since 2017, there has been a decrease in the popularity of the name Rehan, with the number of annual births dropping below 50 and continuing to decline until 2023, where it reached its lowest point in recent history with only 38 births. Overall, from 1974 to 2023, there have been a total of 1,382 births registered as Rehan.