Girl name
Rien name meaning
“pure”
Rien is a feminine name commonly linked to the meaning pure through its use as a short form of Catharina or Katharina. Greek Aikaterinē is traditionally associated with katharos, meaning pure. This traditional association supplies the meaning, although the original derivation of Aikaterinē remains disputed.
What does Rien mean?
Pure
In Indonesian: murni
Origin and cultural usage of Rien
In feminine use, Rien can be a short form of Catharina or Katharina. Greek Aikaterinē is traditionally associated with katharos, 'pure', though its original derivation is disputed.
How to pronounce Rien
| Syllables | 2 · 4 letters |
|---|---|
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦫꦶꦲꦺꦤ꧀ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮛᮤᮈᮔ᮪ |
Is Rien a girl’s name?
Yes, Rien is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male. See all girl names.
Rien ranks #1,849 among girl names in our data sample (5 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Rien
Famous people named Rien
- Rien Djamain · b. 1956
- RA Rien Soewito
- Rien Ismi Febrizah Sarmpumpwain · b. 1992
- Rien Pantekostani · b. 1962
- Rien Prihatnasari · b. 1973
FAQ about the name Rien
What is the meaning of Rien?
Rien means pure. In feminine use, Rien can be a short form of Catharina or Katharina. Greek Aikaterinē is traditionally associated with katharos, 'pure', though its original derivation is disputed.
Is Rien a girl’s name?
Yes, Rien is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male.
How many syllables does Rien have?
Rien has 2 syllables (Ri-en) and 4 letters.
How popular is the name Rien?
Rien ranks #1,849 among girl names in our data sample (5 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Famous people named Rien?
Notable people named Rien include Rien Djamain, RA Rien Soewito, Rien Ismi Febrizah Sarmpumpwain.
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