Riza
Fact sheet
- Name
- Riza
- Gender
- Boy name
- Syllables
- 2
The male first name Riza (Rıza) represents the Turkish form of the Arabic name Ridha or Rida.
What does the name Riza mean?
The name Riza (Rıza) is the Turkish equivalent of the Arabic Ridha or Rida. Its literal translation is 'the contented one' or 'contentment'. The roots of the name lie in the Arabic riḍā or ridha (رضاء), which means 'satisfaction', 'contentment', and 'fulfillment', but also encompasses terms like 'wish', 'consent', 'goodwill', and 'desire'. Furthermore, Riza is also used as a Hungarian feminine variant of Terezia (Terézia), a Hungarian-Slovak form of the name Teresa. Other spelling variants include Reza, Redzo, Rizah, and Raza. The name can also occur as a surname. A well-known bearer of this name is Ali Musi Al-Ridha, a Shia Imam from the 9th century.
Where does the name Riza come from?
The name Riza has Arabic roots and means 'the contented one'. The Arabic
How do you pronounce Riza?
The pronunciation of Riza is phonetically pleasing and consists of two syllables. The name is pronounced as 'Ri-za' [ˈʁiːza], with the long I dominating the first syllable. The voiced Z gives the name dynamism, while the open A adds a certain breadth to it. Overall, Riza sounds modern and vibrant – clear, friendly, and sonically bright.
Popularity
In Germany, the first name Riza enjoys great popularity. Currently, it ranks 2,073 in the list of the most common male first names. Its best ranking was achieved in 2006 at position 654. In the last ten years, Riza has been chosen as a first name about 150 times, which has elevated it to position 1,871 in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks at position 1,668.
Nicknames & pet names
Reis
Famous people
- Ali Riza Alan (wrestler)
- Ali Riza Binboga (singer from Turkey)
- Riza Calimbay (football player from Turkey)
- Riza Durmisi (football player from Denmark)
- Riza Hawkeye (character, Fullmetal Alchemist)
- Riza Karadas (football player from Germany)
- Riza Lushta (Serbian football player)
- Riza Maksut Isman (long-distance runner)
- Riza Sen (Turkish football player)
Frequently asked questions about the name Riza
What is the origin of the name Riza?
The name Riza has Arabic roots and is widespread in several languages, including Turkish, Hungarian, and Indonesian.
What does the name Riza mean?
Riza means 'the contented one' and is derived from the Arabic word riḍā, which encompasses concepts such as satisfaction and goodwill.
How popular is the name Riza?
The popularity of the name Riza varies by region, but it is particularly common in Turkish and Arabic cultures.