Rehana

Rehana is a feminine given name of Arabic origin. The name is commonly associated with fragrance or scent, reflecting its etymology in words used for perfume and pleasant odor in Arabic and related languages. In Urdu and Hindi, Rehana is often used with this positive meaning and is a popular choice for girls in communities influenced by Persian, Arabic, and South Asian naming traditions.

The name is used across the Muslim world and in diaspora communities, particularly in the Indian subcontinent—India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh—and in the Middle East, with additional usage in Southeast Asia. The spread of Muslim communities and the influence of Persian and Arabic naming practices have contributed to its wide geographic presence. Because transliteration varies, several spellings exist, including Rehana, Ruhana, and Rihana, among others.

Rehana is typically conferred for its pleasant connotation and is found in literary and media contexts within South Asian and Middle Eastern cultures. Like many given names, its exact popularity fluctuates by region and over time, and it features among a broader set of feminine names rooted in aesthetics and fragrance.