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Rihanna

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Rihanna is a girl's name of Arabic origin meaning "Sweet basil.". It is pronounced ree-AHN-uh. Today it is a popular name (popularity 78/100) and rising.

Arabic origin ยท /ree-AHN-uh/ ยท international

Meaning: Sweet basil.

Popularity 78/1003 syllablesPeaked 2008โ†‘ Rising

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Most popular in the 2000s.

Today, Rihanna is a popular, familiar name (popularity 78/100).

It has been climbing in popularity in recent years.

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Frequently asked questions about Rihanna

What does Rihanna mean?

Rihanna means "Sweet basil.". It is of Arabic origin.

Is Rihanna a boy or girl name?

Rihanna is traditionally a girl's name.

How popular is Rihanna?

Rihanna is a popular, familiar name, with a popularity score of 78/100. It was most popular in the 2000s.

How is Rihanna pronounced?

Rihanna is pronounced ree-AHN-uh.

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