How Many People Are Named Rihanna?
Complete statistics for the name Rihanna: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Rihanna means 'vibrant and lively' in Yoruba, a rare gem among female names. It's estimated that 1 in 50,944 Americans today are named Rihanna, with around 6,478 living bearers in the US. The name peaked in popularity in 2008, with 1,080 births that year.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 11 is often associated with spiritual insight and visionary leadership.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 15All 6,527 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2008Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Rihanna Through the Generations
Rihanna has seen its peak and decline within a single generation, reflecting the modernity of the name. Born in the late 1990s and early 2000s, most people named Rihanna are under 30, indicating a strong connection to contemporary culture. With 6,527 births recorded under the age of 30, it's clear that Rihanna is a name of the new millennium, capturing the essence of youth and vibrancy.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Rihanna's Yoruba roots
📄 About the Name Rihanna
How Many People Have the Name Rihanna?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 6,478 people in the United States currently share the name Rihanna. That works out to roughly 1 in every 50,944 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Rihanna a Common or Rare Name?
Rihanna is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Rihanna Mean?
Rihanna means "vibrant and lively" and comes from Yoruba origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 11.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Rihanna in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Rihanna Most Popular?
The name Rihanna reached peak popularity in 2008, with 1,080 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Rihanna?
Approximately 6,478 people named Rihanna live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 6,527. That works out to roughly 1 in 50,944 Americans.
Is Rihanna a rare name?
Rihanna is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 50,944 Americans has this name.
What does the name Rihanna mean?
Rihanna means "vibrant and lively" and comes from Yoruba origins.
Is Rihanna more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Rihanna are male and 100% are female.
When was Rihanna most popular?
Rihanna peaked in 2008 with 1,080 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.