Rahna

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Fact sheet

Name
Rahna
Gender
Girl name
Syllables
2

Rahna represents a rather unusual English variant of the name Rhona. This girl's name carries the meaning 'the rough island' and has its origin in a group of islands in the Hebrides.

What does the name Rahna mean?

The name Rahna is a rare spelling of the English Rhona. It translates to 'the rough island' and is derived from an island in the Hebrides. The origin of the name can be traced back to the Old Norse term hraun-øy, which also means 'rough island.'

Where does the name Rahna come from?

Rahna is a female first name of Old Norse descent, meaning 'the rough island.' The etymology is based on the Old Norse composition hraun-øy, which means 'rough island.' The name has its roots in English.

How do you pronounce Rahna?

Rah-na

Popularity

In Germany, Rahna is a rather rare first name. In 2013, it reached the 3,816th place on the list of the most common female baby names. Between 2010 and 2024, Rahna was chosen as a first name in Germany fewer than 10 times, resulting in a ranking of 10,750. In the last ten years, no child has received this name. The global popularity and distribution of Rahna can be tracked through its rankings in the name charts of various countries.

Frequently asked questions about the name Rahna

What is the origin of the name Rahna?

Rahna is a female first name of Old Norse descent and has its roots in English.

What does the name Rahna mean?

The name Rahna means 'the rough island' and is derived from the Old Norse composition hraun-øy.

How popular is the name Rahna?

Rahna is a rare spelling of the name Rhona and is therefore not very commonly given.

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