Baby names starting with R

English · Rare variant of Rue, from the herb or French 'rue' meaning 'street.'

Hebrew · Variant of Ruth, from Hebrew meaning 'friend' or 'compassionate companion'.

Greek · Short form of Aretha, from Greek arete meaning 'virtue' or 'excellence'.

English · Pet form of names like Clarissa or Nerissa, carrying a playful diminutive quality.

English · Feminine form of Robin/Robert, from Germanic 'hrod-berht' meaning bright fame.

English · Diminutive form of Robert, from Germanic 'hrod' (fame) + 'berht' (bright), meaning 'bright fame.'

Hebrew · Variant spelling of Reuben, Hebrew for 'behold, a son'; a patriarch of Israel.

Norse · Old Norse name from 'regin' meaning 'gods' or 'divine counsel'; related to Ragnar.

English · Phonetic pet form of Ruby or Ruth; Ruth is Hebrew meaning friend or companion.

English · Diminutive of Rita or Margaret, ultimately from Greek 'margarites' meaning 'pearl.'

Latin · Compound of Rosa (rose) and Belle (beautiful), meaning 'beautiful rose.'

English · English place name from Old English meaning 'red ford' — a river crossing with red soil.

English · Diminutive of Roland, from Germanic elements meaning 'famous throughout the land.'

English · Variant spelling of Ruby, from the Latin 'rubeus' meaning red, referring to the gemstone.

Latin · From Latin 'Rufinus' meaning red-haired, derived from 'rufus' (red); borne by early Christian saints.

Arabic · From Amharic/Arabic meaning 'head' or 'prince'; a title of Ethiopian nobility.

French · French form of Romanus, meaning a person from Rome or a Roman citizen.

Greek · Short form of Erastus, from Greek 'erastos' meaning beloved.

English · English compound name combining 'rose' and 'bud,' evoking an unopened flower.

German · Short form of Brunhilda or Griselda, from Germanic elements meaning battle or armor.

English · Variant of Raleigh, from Old English meaning roe deer meadow or clearing.

German · Diminutive of Roland, from Germanic elements meaning famous land or renowned in the land.

Italian · Variant of Rita, ultimately from Margarita (Greek for pearl).

Slavic · Slavic and Hungarian name meaning 'river' or a form of Rebecca meaning 'to bind.'

Persian · Short form of Roxana, from Persian 'Roshanak' meaning dawn or bright light.

Greek · Pet form of Rhoda, from Greek 'rhodon' meaning 'rose'; a floral diminutive name.

Latin · Variant of Regina, from Latin meaning 'queen'; a regal name with royal connotations.

Persian · Variant of Roxie, from Persian Roshanak meaning 'dawn' or 'bright, radiant.'

Latin · Feminine of Romanus, meaning 'citizen of Rome' or 'Roman woman,' from Latin.

English · Rare pet form, likely from "radiance" or a diminutive of Rachel; associated with brightness.

English · Rare diminutive, possibly a pet form of Theresa or a phonetic respelling of Resi.

English · Diminutive of Robert, from Germanic 'Hrodebert' meaning 'bright fame.'

Latin · Latin name meaning 'a Roman' or 'citizen of Rome,' used in early Christian tradition.

Greek · Variant of Rheatha, possibly derived from Greek 'arete' meaning virtue or excellence.

Greek · From Greek 'rhetor' meaning speaker or eloquent orator.

Irish · Variant of Rooney, from Irish Ó Ruanaidh meaning descendant of the champion.

French · Diminutive of Irene or Renée; from Greek 'eirene' meaning peace.

German · From Germanic 'ragin' (counsel) and 'hard' (brave/strong), meaning strong in counsel.

English · English surname-turned-given-name combining 'ray' (counsel) and 'ford' (river crossing).

English · Compound surname-name from Old English 'ray' (roe deer) and 'field' (open land).

Scottish · Scottish feminine form of Robert, from Germanic elements meaning 'bright fame.'

English · Rare American name, possibly derived from the word 'rush' referring to the plant.

English · Diminutive variant of Rush, likely referring to the rushes plant or meaning haste.

Hebrew · Variant spelling of Ruth, from Hebrew meaning 'friend, companion,' the devoted daughter-in-law in the Bible.

English · Diminutive of Russell, from Old French 'roux' meaning red-haired.

Italian · Italian feminine form of Raphael, from Hebrew meaning 'God has healed.'

Latin · Variant of Renée, from Latin 'renatus' meaning reborn or born again.

Latin · Blend of Rosa (Latin 'rose') and Belle (French 'beautiful'), meaning beautiful rose.

Latin · From Latin 'roseus' meaning rosy or rose-colored.

Latin · Variant of Rosetta, a diminutive of Rosa, from Latin meaning little rose.

German · From Germanic or Irish roots meaning red-haired; also linked to Old Irish 'roth' meaning wheel.

French · French and German diminutive of Rose, meaning little rose.

English · A rare American name of uncertain etymology, likely a modern phonetic invention.

Indian · Variant of Rita, from Sanskrit meaning righteous or honest; also short for Margarita (pearl).

German · Feminine diminutive of Richard or Frederica, from Germanic meaning powerful ruler.

Spanish · Spanish diminutive of Rafaela, from Hebrew 'Rafa'el' meaning 'God has healed.'

Norse · Old Norse name from 'regin' (gods/counsel) and 'hildr' (battle), meaning 'battle counsel of the gods.'

Hebrew · Variant of Rhea, from Greek mythology, or related to Hebrew 'Re'ah' meaning 'friend' or 'companion.'

English · Variant spelling of Roosevelt, from Dutch 'rosenfeld' meaning 'field of roses,' a surname given name.

Hebrew · Variant spelling of Reba, a short form of Rebecca meaning 'to bind or tie' in Hebrew.

English · Diminutive or pet form, possibly shortened from Theresa or Claressa, meaning 'reaper' or 'bright.'

German · Germanic name from 'hrom' (fame) and 'hild' (battle), meaning 'famous in battle.'

German · Germanic compound of 'hros' (horse/rose) and 'hild' (battle), meaning 'rose of battle.'

French · Variant of Raymond, from Germanic 'ragin' (counsel) and 'mund' (protector), meaning 'wise protector.'

Welsh · Welsh name from 'rhos' (moor) and 'ser' (hero), meaning 'moor hero' or 'heath champion.'

German · Possibly a reversed form of Adler or a short form of Germanic names ending in '-elda,' meaning 'battle.'

German · From Germanic hros-mund meaning 'horse protection,' later folk-reinterpreted as Latin rosa munda, 'pure rose'.

German · Variant of Robert, from Germanic hrod-berht meaning 'bright fame, shining with glory'.

Greek · From Greek 'rhodon' meaning rose; related to the island of Rhodes.

English · Pet form of Rebecca, from Hebrew 'Rivkah' meaning to tie or bind.

English · Rare American coinage, possibly blending 'Re-' with a feminine suffix; meaning uncertain.

English · Elaborated form possibly from Latin 'revelare' meaning to reveal, or a creative coinage.

French · French variant of Romaine, from Latin "Romanus" meaning "citizen of Rome."

Latin · Variant of Regina, Latin for "queen."

English · English occupational surname for a thatcher who worked with reeds.

English · Variant of Roosevelt, from Dutch 'roosen veld' meaning field of roses.

German · Variant of Roberta, feminine of Robert, from Germanic Hrodebert meaning "bright fame."

English · Possibly a feminine form of Rand or from Old German rend meaning 'shield edge.'

Latin · Elaborated form of Rose, from Latin rosa meaning 'rose flower.'

French · A diminutive of Rose, from Latin 'rosa', with the French suffix -elle meaning little rose.

Hebrew · Variant spelling of Rebecca, from Hebrew 'Rivkah' meaning 'to bind' or 'captivating.'

Latin · Short form possibly derived from Aurelia or Cornelia, from Latin roots meaning 'golden' or 'horn.'

English · Diminutive of names like Rhoda, from Greek 'rhodon' meaning 'rose.'

German · Germanic name from 'ragin' (counsel) and 'hard' (brave/strong), meaning 'strong counselor'.

English · Surname-derived name, possibly from Old French 'rêveur' (dreamer) or a place name variant.

Spanish · Spanish/Italian form of Rupert, from Germanic 'hrod' (fame) and 'berht' (bright), meaning 'bright fame.'

English · Short form or nickname, often derived from names like Marie, Maureen, or Irene.

Latin · Diminutive form related to 'rosa' (rose), meaning little rose.

English · English surname turned given name, from Old English elements meaning bright or famous clearing.

English · English surname from Old English meaning roe deer stream or boundary stream.

Norse · Finnish and Scandinavian name derived from Old Norse 'regin' meaning 'counsel' or 'the gods' mighty power.'

English · Variant of Ruby, from Latin 'rubeus' meaning 'red,' referring to the precious gemstone.

Spanish · Spanish double diminutive of Ramona, from Germanic ragin meaning wise counsel or protection.

Hebrew · Possibly a variant of Rebecca (Hebrew, to bind) or from Arabic rabī'a meaning spring season.

English · Informal variant of Ronnie, a diminutive of Veronica (true image) or Ronald (ruler's counsel).

English · Compound of Rosie (from Latin rosa, rose flower) and Lee (English, meadow).

German · Feminine form of Richard, from Germanic elements meaning 'brave ruler' or 'strong king'.

English · Feminine form of Robert, from Germanic 'hrod' (fame) and 'beraht' (bright).

Hebrew · Variant spelling of Rachel, from Hebrew 'rahel' meaning ewe; a major biblical matriarch.

Latin · Diminutive of Renata, from Latin 'renatus' meaning reborn or born again.

German · Feminine form of Rupert, from Germanic 'hrod' (fame) and 'berht' (bright), meaning bright fame.

German · Variant of Rosamund, from Latin rosa munda meaning pure rose, or Germanic horse protection.

English · Elaborate compound of Rose with the diminutive suffix -zella; a creative American form.

French · Variant of Roy, from Old French 'roi' meaning king, or Irish 'ruadh' meaning red-haired.

Latin · Diminutive of Rosa, from Latin 'rosa' meaning little rose.

Latin · Variant spelling of Ruby, from Latin 'rubeus' meaning red, referring to the precious gemstone.

German · Derived from Germanic elements related to fame, possibly a diminutive form of Rudolf.

English · Variant related to Rutherford, from Old English meaning cattle ford.

Italian · From Latin 'Remigius' meaning oarsman or rower; borne by Saint Remigius who baptized Clovis.

German · Short form of Roderick or Rodney, from Germanic elements meaning fame and power.

Spanish · Feminine form of Ruben, from Hebrew meaning 'behold, a son'; also evokes Latin 'ruber' (red).

Arabic · Feminine form possibly from Arabic 'raima' meaning loving, or Hebrew 'ra'ama' meaning thunder.

German · Variant of Renée or Rainer, from Germanic meaning counsel army or Latin rebirth.

Welsh · Diminutive of Reece, from Welsh 'Rhys' meaning ardor or enthusiasm.

English · Patronymic surname from Roger, meaning 'famous spear' from Germanic 'hrod' and 'ger.'

French · French form of Rudolf, from Germanic 'hrod' (fame) and 'wulf' (wolf), meaning 'famous wolf.'

English · Diminutive of Randolph or Frances, or from Norse rann meaning house.

Welsh · Variant of Rowena, meaning fame and joy; popularized by Sir Walter Scott's Ivanhoe.

English · Combination of Ruby (the red gemstone) and Lee (meadow).

Hebrew · Feminine form of Reuben, from Hebrew meaning 'behold, a son'; adapted as a daughter's name.

German · Feminine blend of Roland (famous land) with the -ena suffix; a modern elaboration.

Italian · Elaborated blend of Rose and the Italian diminutive -etta, meaning little rose.

German · Feminine form of Rumald, from Germanic elements 'hruom' (fame) and 'wald' (rule).

Hebrew · Elaborated form of Ruth (Hebrew, meaning companion or friend) with the feminine -ella suffix.

German · From Germanic 'ragin' (counsel) and 'hard' (brave/strong), meaning strong in counsel.

Italian · Italian form of Reynold, from Germanic elements meaning 'counsel' and 'power/ruler.'

Norse · Old Norse name meaning 'famous ruler,' from 'hróðr' (fame) and 'valdr' (ruler).

German · Variant of Reynold, from Germanic 'ragin' (counsel) and 'wald' (ruler), meaning 'wise ruler.'

English · From an English place name meaning 'reedy area' or Irish 'Ó Ríada,' suggesting a riding/marshland origin.

German · From Germanic 'ragin' (counsel) and 'berht' (bright/famous), meaning 'famous counsel.'

English · Variant of Raleigh, an English place name meaning 'roe deer meadow.'

French · Variant of Reynard, from Germanic 'ragin' (counsel) and 'hard' (brave, strong).

Latin · From Latin rector meaning 'ruler, leader, director', used as an occupational or aspirational name.

German · Rare name likely a variant of Reuben or a Germanic diminutive, meaning 'fame-bright'.

English · Patronymic surname from Richard, Germanic meaning "brave ruler" from "ric" and "hard."

German · Variant of Rolf, from Old Norse "Hrólfr" meaning "famous wolf."

French · French name meaning "rosary," derived from Latin "rosarium" meaning "rose garden."

Scottish · Scottish place name meaning 'stream where roe deer drink,' from 'rae' (roe deer) and 'burn' (stream).

English · Diminutive or variant of Robert, from Germanic 'hrod' (fame) and 'berht' (bright), meaning 'bright fame.'

English · Modern coinage blending Germanic 'hrod' (fame) with a diminutive suffix, suggesting 'little famous one.'

French · French occupational or locational name meaning 'rose bush' or 'rose garden,' from Old French 'rosier'.

French · French form of Rudolf, from Germanic 'hruod' (fame) and 'wolf,' meaning 'famous wolf'.

Spanish · Spanish variant of Romualdo, from Germanic 'hrom' (fame) and 'wald' (rule), meaning 'famous ruler'.

Slavic · Variant of Rosena or Rozina, derived from Latin 'rosa' meaning 'rose'.

English · Feminine variant of Robby, from Robert meaning bright fame, from Germanic 'hrod' + 'beraht'.

English · Modern feminine name possibly from Latin 'regina' (queen) or a blend of Re- and -ona.

French · French feminine of Roland, from Germanic 'hrod' (fame) + 'land' (territory), meaning famous land.

Scottish · Feminine of Ronald, from Old Norse 'Rǫgnvaldr' meaning ruler's counsel.

French · Variant of Roselle, a diminutive of Rose, from Latin 'rosa' meaning rose flower.

Latin · Compound of Rosa (rose) and Mae (month of May), a Southern double name.

Latin · Variant spelling of Regina, from Latin meaning 'queen.'

German · Variant of Rosalind, from Germanic elements meaning 'gentle horse' or reinterpreted as 'lovely rose.'

English · Modern blend of Rose and Elma, combining flower imagery with 'helmet' or 'protection.'

English · Modern American compound of Rose with the suffix -zell, meaning 'beautiful rose.'

Italian · Italian form of Remus, one of the legendary twin founders of Rome.

English · Patronymic from Robert, meaning bright fame from Germanic hrod (fame) and beraht (bright).

English · Diminutive of Rex, from Latin 'rex' meaning 'king'.

English · Variant spelling of Roland/Rollin, from Germanic elements meaning 'famous throughout the land'.

English · English place-name origin, likely meaning 'Hrothmund's settlement' or 'town on the moor'.

English · English surname turned given name, from a place name meaning 'Rum's island' in Old English.

English · English place name and surname meaning 'ford where roe deer cross,' used in the American South.

English · Diminutive of Erasmus or Horatio, used informally; also found as an Afrikaans pet form.

German · Variant of the Germanic Raimar meaning 'famous counsel,' brought to England by Norman settlers.

German · Germanic variant of Reimer meaning 'famous counsel,' from Old High German ragin and mari.

Italian · Italian form of Romulus, the legendary founder and first king of Rome.

French · Rare variant of Raoul or Roald, from Norse Hróðvaldr meaning 'famous ruler.'

German · Derived from the Rhine River, or a variant of Irene meaning 'peace.'

French · French feminine form of Robert, from Germanic 'hrod-berht' meaning 'bright fame.'

Hebrew · Compound of Ruth (Hebrew 'friend/companion') and Mary (Hebrew 'beloved').

English · Rare name possibly a diminutive form or modern coinage, perhaps related to German 'rill' meaning brook.

English · Combination of Rose and Ann, blending the Latin flower name with Hebrew grace.

Spanish · Variant of Ramona, feminine of Ramón, from Germanic 'ragin' meaning counsel and 'mund' meaning protector.

English · Rare name possibly from French 'rêver' meaning to dream, or an English surname adaptation.

Spanish · From Latin 'riparia' meaning riverbank; a Spanish topographic surname used as a given name.

German · Modern feminine form related to Germanic 'hrod' meaning fame or renown.

Scottish · Scottish form of Ronald, from Old Norse elements meaning counsel and ruler.

English · English patronymic surname meaning 'son of Rand' or 'son of Randolph,' from Germanic 'shield-wolf.'

German · From Germanic 'hrom' (fame) and 'wald' (rule), meaning 'famous ruler.' Borne by Saint Romuald.

German · Germanic diminutive name, possibly related to Reuben or a variant of Rubel meaning 'famous.'

German · Variant of Rudolph, from Old High German hrod (fame) and wolf, meaning 'famous wolf.'

English · Old English place name meaning 'red enclosure,' famously borne by author Rudyard Kipling.

English · Diminutive of Randolph, from Old English meaning 'shield-wolf' or 'rim of a shield.'

English · English surname meaning 'raven's ford,' combining Old English 'hræfn' and 'ford.'

English · From Old English 'read' meaning 'red,' originally a nickname for someone red-haired.

German · Germanic name from 'ragin' (counsel) and 'wald' (ruler), meaning 'wise ruler.'

French · Variant of Reynold, from Germanic meaning 'counsel power' or 'wise ruler.'

English · English place name meaning 'Roman fort on the bridge,' from Old English and Latin.

Latin · Variant of Rufus, from Latin 'rufus' meaning 'red-haired.'

English · Place-based name likely derived from a Scottish or English locality; combines 'rae' (roe deer) with 'ford' (river crossing).

German · Variant of Reginald, from Germanic 'Raginald' meaning counsel-power or mighty ruler.

English · Diminutive form related to Reed, referring to someone who lived near reeds or marshy land.

English · Place-based English name combining 'red' or 'reed' with 'ford,' meaning a river crossing near reeds.

Italian · Italian short form of names like Severino or Marino; also a Germanic name meaning pure or decisive.

Latin · Latinized form of Roch/Rocco, meaning rest or repose; borne by Saint Roch, patron of plague victims.

English · Diminutive of Roderick, from Germanic 'Hrōþirīkaz' meaning famous power or renowned ruler.

Spanish · Romance variant of Roger, from Germanic roots meaning famous spear or renowned warrior.

English · Diminutive of Roger, from Germanic 'Hrodger' meaning famous spear; also a Scottish place name.

English · Diminutive of Roman or Romeo, evoking the Eternal City; from Latin 'Romanus' meaning citizen of Rome.

Italian · Italian form of Rudolf, from Germanic 'Hrodwulf' meaning famous wolf, symbolizing strength and renown.

English · Short form of Rufus, from Latin meaning red-haired or ruddy-complexioned.

German · Variant of Rupert, from Germanic 'Hrodebert' meaning bright fame or illustrious renown.

English · From Latin 'ruralis' meaning of the countryside; a rare name evoking pastoral simplicity.

English · Feminine form of Roger, from Germanic hrod (fame) and ger (spear), meaning 'famous spear.'

English · Feminine form of Ralph, from Old Norse Ráðúlfr meaning 'wolf counsel.'

English · Modern blend of Rose (the flower) and Ellen (light), combining nature and radiance.

Spanish · From Germanic Hroswinda, meaning 'famous path' or 'renowned protector.'

Hebrew · Feminine form of Rafael, from Hebrew 'Rafa-El' meaning 'God has healed.'

German · Rare name, possibly a variant of Elma or Selma, from Germanic 'helm' meaning protection.

English · From Old English or Germanic origins, possibly related to 'counsel' or an Anglo-Saxon place name.

Scottish · Scottish name possibly from the island of Rona, from Norse 'hraun' meaning rough or rocky isle.

Spanish · Catalan form of Rosario, from Latin 'rosarium' meaning rose garden, linked to the Virgin Mary.

French · From Latin 'rubeus' meaning red, with French diminutive suffix -elle, evoking a precious gem.

Indian · From Sanskrit 'rusha' meaning pleasing or bright, or Persian origin denoting a charming person.

Spanish · Spanish diminutive of Rafaela, from Hebrew 'Raphael' meaning God has healed.

French · From Latin 'regina' meaning queen, widely used in French and German traditions.

English · Rare coined name, possibly blending Germanic elements; used in early 20th-century America.

English · Feminine elaboration inspired by Rhodes, the Greek island meaning place of roses.

French · French-style diminutive referencing Rome, from Latin 'Roma,' with a feminine suffix.

English · Compound of Rose and Mae, blending the flower name with a month-inspired middle element.

English · Elaborated form of Rose, from Latin 'rosa,' with a French-influenced feminine ending.

English · Modern coined name combining a Ru- prefix with the French diminutive suffix -elle.

Hebrew · Blend of Ruth and the suffix -el, from Hebrew meaning compassionate friend.

Hebrew · Elaborated form of the biblical Ruth, from Hebrew meaning friend or companion.

English · Variant of Raymond, from Germanic elements meaning 'wise protector' or 'counsel protection.'

French · Variant of Reynald or Reginald, from Germanic roots meaning 'ruler's counsel' or 'mighty advisor.'

German · Dutch variant of Robert, from Germanic 'hrod' (fame) and 'beraht' (bright), meaning 'bright fame.'

French · Likely of French origin, possibly a variant of Rabon, meaning "plane" or from a regional place name.

Norse · Old Norse name from "reiðr" (nest/home) and "herr" (warrior), meaning "warrior of the homestead."

English · English place name meaning "path along the ridge," from Old English "hrycg" and "weg."

Italian · Italian variant of Rocco, from Germanic "hrok" meaning "rest" or "repose."

Spanish · From the Spanish city Ronda, or a variant of Welsh Rhonda meaning "good lance" or "noisy."

English · Old English place name meaning "red ford" or "rough ford," denoting a river crossing.

French · Possibly from Old French or a variant of Raban, from Germanic meaning raven.

English · English variant of Ransom, from Middle English meaning redemption or shield-son.

English · Modern English name possibly from 'red' and a diminutive suffix, or a surname adaptation.

English · Rare name of uncertain origin, possibly a modern phonetic variant or surname transfer.

Latin · Modern elaboration of Rex (Latin 'king') with an English suffix.

French · Variant of Russell, from Old French 'rous,' meaning 'little red-haired one.'

English · Elaboration of Rose, combining the flower name with the feminine suffix -lene.

Welsh · Variant of Rowena, possibly meaning 'white spear' or 'fame and joy' in Old Welsh.

Hebrew · Phonetic variant of Rachel, from Hebrew rahel meaning "ewe," a matriarchal biblical name.

Hebrew · Diminutive of Raphael, from Hebrew rafa'el meaning "God has healed."

English · Rare American name of uncertain origin, possibly a creative blend combining elements of Ruth and Ethel.

Arabic · Variant of Reeda, possibly from Arabic meaning 'wind' or from English surname Reed meaning 'red-haired.'

Latin · Rare name likely derived from Latin roots, possibly blending Rosa with the diminutive suffix -villa.

Hebrew · Elaboration of the Hebrew name Ruth meaning 'friend' or 'companion,' with a decorative -ell suffix.

English · Variant of Ready, from an Old English surname meaning prepared or willing.

Hebrew · Variant spelling of Rebecca, from Hebrew Rivkah meaning to tie or bind, a matriarch of Genesis.

Hebrew · Affectionate diminutive of Rebecca, the biblical matriarch whose name means to bind or join.

Indian · Variant of Rita, from Sanskrit or Greek Margarita meaning pearl; used in South Asian communities.

Greek · Short form of Margaritha or Rita, from Greek margarites meaning pearl.

German · Feminine form of Robert, from Germanic 'hrod' (fame) and 'berht' (bright), meaning bright fame.

French · French feminine diminutive of Robin, itself a pet form of Robert meaning bright fame.

English · Feminine diminutive blending Rhoda (Greek, rose) or Roderick with a Latinate suffix.

French · French feminine of Roland, from Germanic elements meaning famous land or renowned throughout the land.

Italian · From Latin 'Romula' meaning woman of Rome; popularized by George Eliot's 1863 novel.

Italian · Variant of Rosalia, from Latin 'rosalia' meaning rose festival or ceremony of roses.

English · Compound of Rosa (rose) and May (the month or hawthorn blossom); a springtime floral name.

English · Combination of Rose and Bell, evoking the bluebell flower or a ringing, beautiful rose.

English · Blend of Rose with French 'belle' meaning beautiful; literally beautiful rose.

English · Place name meaning land of roses; used as a given name evoking pastoral beauty.

Italian · Diminutive of Rosa, a double-t elaboration of Rosita meaning little rose.

Slavic · Rare name possibly related to Slavic roots or an invented form evoking Rowena or Slovenia.

Slavic · Slavic diminutive variant of Roza/Rosa, meaning little rose; used in Polish and Yiddish.

Arabic · From Arabic meaning ruler or sovereign; also linked to Latin 'regula' meaning rule.

English · Variant of Radford, an Old English place name meaning 'red ford' or 'reedy ford.'

German · Variant of Raymond, from Germanic ragin (counsel) + mund (protector), meaning 'wise guardian.'

English · Patronymic surname meaning 'son of Robert,' from Germanic hrod (fame) + berht (bright).

English · Variant of Raeburn, an English-Scottish surname meaning 'stream where roe deer drink'.

French · Variant spelling of Robert, from Germanic 'hrod' (fame) and 'berht' (bright), meaning 'bright fame'.

English · English place name meaning 'Royce's town' or 'settlement of the cross', from several English villages.

English · English patronymic surname meaning 'son of Ralf/Rawle,' from Old Norse Rathulfr meaning 'counsel wolf.'

English · Rare variant possibly related to Cecil, from Latin Caecilius meaning 'blind' or 'dim-sighted.'

English · Rare variant likely related to Repperd or Shepherd; possibly from Germanic elements meaning 'counsel-brave.'

English · Variant of Rayburn, from Old English meaning 'deer stream' or 'roe deer brook.'

English · Scandinavian and English variant of Richard, from Germanic meaning 'brave ruler' or 'strong king.'

German · German variant of Reinhart, from Germanic 'ragin' (counsel) and 'hard' (brave), meaning 'brave counsel.'

French · Variant of Roland, from Frankish Germanic meaning 'famous land,' celebrated in medieval epic poetry.

English · English diminutive from Old French 'rous' meaning 'red,' thus 'little red-haired one.'

Italian · Variant spelling of Rita, short for Margherita, from Greek margaritēs meaning "pearl."

Hebrew · Elaboration of Ruth with the diminutive -etta; Hebrew meaning "friend" or "companion."

English · Extremely rare name of uncertain origin, possibly a phonetic variant or regional coinage.

German · Feminine form related to Old English 'ridan' (to ride) or Norse 'reiða' (to prepare).

German · Feminine of Reynold/Rinaldo, from Germanic elements meaning 'ruler's counsel.'

Latin · From Latin 'Romanus' meaning 'citizen of Rome,' also the name of a European country.

English · Compound of Rose and Ana, combining the flower symbol with grace.

English · Southern double name combining Ruby (the red gemstone) with Mae (a May variant).

English · Variant of Roberta, feminine of Robert, from Germanic elements meaning 'bright fame.'

English · Rare variant possibly related to Rebel or a phonetic respelling, used as an unconventional American name.

English · Diminutive or shortened form of Rebecca, from Hebrew meaning 'to bind' or 'captivating.'

Latin · Variant of Regine or Regina, from Latin 'regina' meaning 'queen,' conveying regal dignity.

French · Rare name of uncertain origin, possibly a modern coinage blending French elements or a variant form.

German · From Latin 'renatus/renata' meaning 'reborn' or 'born again,' popular in German-speaking countries.

French · Rare name possibly derived from the French town Rethel in the Ardennes region.

English · Modern compound name blending Rose and Anna, or variant of Rowena, meaning 'graceful rose.'

English · Feminine form blending Roger (Germanic 'famous spear') with the -enia suffix, a creative variant.

German · Modern feminine form related to Roland, from Germanic elements meaning 'famous land.'

English · Variant of Rosalind, from Germanic 'hros' (horse) and 'lind' (soft/tender), later linked to 'lovely rose.'

English · Compound name blending Rose and May, evoking springtime flowers and the month of May.

English · Compound name blending Rose and Emma, combining 'rose flower' with 'whole/universal.'

Italian · Variant of Rosetta, Italian diminutive of Rosa meaning 'little rose,' also linked to the Rosetta Stone.

Persian · Variant of Roxanne, from Persian 'Roshanak' meaning 'dawn' or 'bright/radiant one.'

English · Variant of Ronald, from Old Norse "Rögnvaldr" meaning ruler's counsel.

English · Variant of Roswell, an English place name meaning "horse spring" or "Hross's well."

Norse · Old Norse name from "rún" (secret, rune) and "herr" (warrior), meaning secret warrior.

French · Variant of Rochelle, from French meaning "little rock," originally a place name (La Rochelle).

Hebrew · Variant of Reuben, from Hebrew Re'uven meaning "behold, a son" or "see, a son."

French · Occitan and Catalan form of Raymond, from Germanic 'ragin' (counsel) and 'mund' (protector).

English · Informal diminutive of Ralph or Raleigh, meaning 'counsel wolf' or 'deer meadow' respectively.

English · Surname-derived name, from Irish Ó Ráighne meaning 'descendant of Ráighne' (impulsive or graceful).

English · Rare English name, possibly a phonetic variant of Reedus or from Old English 'read' meaning 'red-haired.'

English · From a Scottish-English place name meaning 'raven settlement,' from Old English 'hræfn' and 'wic.'

Spanish · From Spanish 'real' meaning 'royal,' used as a given name suggesting noble or kingly qualities.

German · Variant of Reinhold, from Germanic 'ragin' (counsel) and 'wald' (rule), meaning 'wise ruler.'

English · Short form of Robert, from Germanic 'hrod' (fame) and 'beraht' (bright), meaning 'bright fame.'

English · Truncated form of Robert, from Germanic origins meaning 'bright fame' or 'renowned brilliance.'

German · Variant spelling of Rudolph, from Germanic 'hrod' (fame) and 'wulf' (wolf), meaning 'famous wolf.'

English · From Old Norse 'ruthr' meaning 'clearing,' an English place-name element for a forest clearing.

English · Rare variant possibly related to Edith (prosperous in war) with an altered initial.

Spanish · Elaborated form blending Ray (beam of light) with a Spanish feminine suffix.

Hebrew · Hebrew name possibly meaning 'healing' or 'remedy,' related to the root 'rapha.'

Welsh · Possibly a variant of Rhea (Greek earth mother) or from Welsh roots meaning 'maiden.'

English · Blend of Rose (the flower, from Latin 'rosa') and Anne (grace), meaning 'graceful rose.'

Hebrew · Compound of Ruth (companion/friend) and Ellen (bright light), a mid-century blend name.

Hebrew · Compound of Ruth (companion/friend) and Elma (noble protector), a double-name blend.

English · Possibly from the French surname Ravenel or a compound of Raven (the bird) with the -ell suffix.

English · From Middle English 'reaver' meaning 'plunderer' or 'raider,' an occupational or descriptive surname turned given name.

Spanish · Spanish variant of Refugia, from 'Nuestra Señora del Refugio' (Our Lady of Refuge), a Marian devotion name.

English · Phonetic variant of Roberta, feminine of Robert, from Germanic elements meaning 'bright fame.'

Slavic · Slavic and Eastern European diminutive of Rosa/Rose, from Latin 'rosa' meaning 'rose flower.'

German · From a German surname meaning vine grower, occasionally used as a given name.

English · Playful diminutive of Reese, from Welsh Rhys meaning ardor or enthusiasm.

English · Modern streamlined spelling related to Rae, meaning grace or ewe.

English · Feminine elaboration of Robert, from Germanic elements meaning bright fame.

German · Feminine form of Rudolf, from Germanic elements meaning famous wolf.

German · Germanic name from ragin meaning 'counsel' and wald meaning 'ruler.'

German · Diminutive of Germanic names beginning with Rem- or Rahm-, meaning 'raven' or 'counsel.'

English · From an English place name meaning 'spring by the rough hill.'

English · Modern initialism used as a given name, not derived from traditional etymology.

Hebrew · Variant of Reuben, from Hebrew meaning behold, a son.

English · Variant of Rutherford, Old English place name meaning cattle ford.

Norse · Variant of Roscoe, from Old Norse 'rá' (roe deer) and 'skógr' (wood), meaning 'deer forest.'

Norse · Finnish and Scandinavian name linked to the rowan tree and the Norse thunder god's wife, meaning 'mountain ash.'

German · Variant of Raymond, from Germanic 'ragin' (counsel) and 'mund' (protector), meaning 'wise guardian.'

English · English surname meaning 'red-haired man' from Old English 'read' (red) and 'mann,' or 'reed man.'

English · Rare English surname of uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Reddus or related to 'red' (red-haired).

Italian · Italian and Spanish form of Reginald, from Germanic 'ragin' (counsel) and 'wald' (ruler), meaning 'wise ruler.'

German · Variant of Reynard, from Germanic 'ragin' (counsel) and 'hard' (brave), meaning 'brave in counsel.'

Greek · From Greek 'rheo' meaning 'to flow or stream,' evoking movement and fluidity.

Norse · Finnish name meaning 'peace' or 'calm,' rooted in Scandinavian linguistic traditions.

German · Variant of Romilda, from Germanic elements meaning 'famous battle' or 'glorious warrior.'

Latin · Rare name possibly from Latin 'rubellus' meaning reddish, or an invented variant of Ruby.

Hebrew · Variant spelling of Rebecca, from Hebrew Rivka meaning 'to tie' or 'captivating.'

Greek · Variant of Rita or Aretha, from Greek 'arete' meaning virtue or excellence.

German · From Germanic elements 'ragin' (counsel) and 'hild' (battle), meaning wise warrior.

English · Modern coined name, possibly blending a Ru- prefix with the diminutive -nell.

Italian · Italian form of Rachel, from Hebrew meaning ewe or female sheep, a biblical matriarch.

French · French surname-derived given name, from a place name in Picardy, possibly meaning little raven.

Hebrew · Possibly from Hebrew meaning satiated or fulfilled, or a coined name blending Re- with -via (way).

Spanish · Diminutive of Rosa, from Latin 'rosa' meaning rose flower.

Norse · Diminutive form possibly derived from Old Norse 'rún' meaning secret or rune, with French suffix.

Hebrew · Compound of Ruth (Hebrew, meaning companion or friend) and Mae (from May or Margaret).

German · Likely a variant of Robert, from Germanic 'hrod' (fame) and 'berht' (bright).

English · Diminutive of Roderick, from Germanic 'hrod-ric' meaning famous ruler.

Italian · From Italian musical term rondo, ultimately from Latin 'rotundus' meaning round.

English · Variant of Rayburn, combining Germanic 'ragin' (counsel) with English place-name elements.

Italian · Diminutive of Lorenzo or Fiorenza, ultimately from Latin meaning laurel-crowned.

French · Variant of Roland, from Germanic 'hrod' (fame) and 'land,' meaning famous throughout the land.

French · French feminine form of Raymond, from Germanic elements meaning 'wise protector' or 'counsel-protection.'

German · Feminine form of Reynald/Reginald, from Germanic elements meaning 'ruler's counsel' or 'mighty power.'

Hebrew · Affectionate diminutive of Ruth, from Hebrew meaning 'friend,' 'companion,' or 'compassionate.'

French · French-styled name possibly from Germanic 'ram' meaning 'counsel,' or a modern feminine coinage.

French · Diminutive of Lorraine or from Sanskrit 'rani' meaning queen.

French · Feminine diminutive of Ray, meaning beam of light or wise counsel.

Spanish · Short form of Theresa, from Greek meaning harvester or reaper.

Greek · Diminutive of Rhoda, from Greek 'rhodon' meaning rose.

German · Feminine variant of Robert, from Germanic elements meaning bright fame.

Latin · Elaborated form of Rose, from Latin 'rosa' meaning rose flower.

English · English surname variant of Reeves, meaning 'steward' or 'bailiff.'

English · English place name from Old English meaning red cliff or cliff with red soil.

Welsh · Variant of Reese or Rhys, from Welsh meaning enthusiasm, ardor, or passion.

Latin · Latinized variant related to Romulus, the legendary founder of Rome.

English · Elaborated form of Royal, from Old French roial meaning regal or kingly.

English · From Old Norse place name meaning 'boundary settlement' or 'farm on a roe deer path.'

German · German occupational surname meaning 'wheelwright,' from Middle High German 'rat' (wheel).

English · Variant of Randall, from Old German 'rand' (shield rim) and 'wulf' (wolf).

English · Abbreviated or informal name, likely a short form of Robert or a similar R-B name.

German · From German 'Riemer' meaning 'belt maker' or 'leather worker,' an occupational name.

English · Diminutive of Reginald, from Latin 'rex' meaning 'king' or 'ruler.'

Arabic · Possibly from Arabic roots meaning 'profit' or a phonetic variant of Roba/Robah.

English · Diminutive of Randolph, from Old French 'rondel' or Germanic 'shield-wolf.'

Hebrew · Variant of Reuben, from Hebrew meaning 'behold, a son.'

Greek · Variant of Rhoda, from Greek 'rhodon' meaning 'rose.'

English · Rare variant possibly related to Rowena, meaning 'fame and joy' in Welsh.

English · Diminutive of Ruth (Hebrew 'companion, friend') with a feminine -ella suffix.

Latin · Feminine form of Rex, from Latin meaning king or ruler.

English · Compound of Rose and Lea, meaning rose meadow or rose clearing.

Hebrew · Feminine elaboration of Ruben, from Hebrew meaning behold, a son.

Hebrew · Elaborated form of Ruth, from Hebrew meaning companion, friend, or vision of beauty.

Japanese · Japanese name meaning lovely/beautiful child (麗子) or gratitude child (礼子), a classic feminine name.

Latin · Variant of Renata, from Latin renatus meaning reborn or born again.

English · Feminine diminutive of Ronald (from Norse Rögnvaldr, ruler's counsel) with the -ella suffix.

English · Compound of Rosa (rose) and Mary (bitter/beloved), blending floral beauty with biblical tradition.

English · Variant of Rosalie, from Latin rosa meaning rose, popularized through German and French use.

English · Variant spelling of Roslyn/Rosalyn, from Germanic elements meaning gentle horse or beautiful rose.

English · Rare name possibly a feminized form of Rowan or an Italian-influenced coinage suggesting strength.

English · Feminine form of Rowan, from Irish ruadhán (little red one) or the rowan tree, a symbol of protection.

Hebrew · Modern name possibly combining elements of Ran ('joyful song' in Hebrew) with the -el suffix ('God').

English · Variant of Rowland/Roland, from Germanic elements meaning 'famous land.'

English · English place name from Old English meaning 'rye hill'; a surname-turned-given-name.

Hebrew · Simplified variant of Raphael, from Hebrew Rafa'el meaning God has healed.

French · French form of Reynold, from Germanic Reginald meaning counsel power or ruler's advisor.

English · English surname-name combining elements meaning raven or clean with ford, suggesting a river crossing.

French · Variant of Richmond, from Norman French riche mont meaning rich hill or mighty protector.

English · Initialism used as a given name from first and middle initials; no independent etymology.

English · Variant of Rowley, from Old English meaning 'rough clearing' or 'deer meadow'.

German · From the medieval term for a pilgrim to Rome, used as a surname turned given name.

Welsh · Place name of Welsh origin meaning 'broad river' or 'winding river'.

French · French word meaning 'rose bush,' used as a given name evoking roses and beauty.

English · From Old English 'rudig' meaning red-complexioned, originally a descriptive nickname.

Hebrew · Phonetic variant of Rebecca, from Hebrew meaning 'to bind' or 'captivating.'

Greek · Compound of Rita (from Margarita, 'pearl') and Mae (English, springtime).

French · French word meaning 'root'; also a place name in Wisconsin and a famous French dramatist's surname.

English · Feminine blend of Raymond (Germanic 'counsel-protection') with the French suffix -elle.

Spanish · Spanish feminine of Raymond, from Germanic 'ragin' (counsel) + 'mund' (protector).

Latin · From Latin 'regina' meaning 'queen'; a shortened regal form suggesting sovereignty.

English · Feminine form of Richard, from Germanic 'ric' (ruler) + 'hard' (strong/brave).

English · Elaborated form of Rosella, from Latin 'rosa' meaning 'rose'; evokes the flowering plant.

Italian · Italianate diminutive of Rose, from Latin 'rosa'; blends Rosie with the -etta suffix.

English · Variant of Rosella with Germanic spelling influence; from Latin 'rosa' meaning 'rose'.

English · Compound of Ruth (Hebrew 'friend/companion') and Lee (English 'meadow').

English · Abbreviation typically for Richard or Raymond; not a standalone etymological name.

Hebrew · Catalan or variant spelling of Rafael/Raphael, from Hebrew meaning 'God has healed.'

Spanish · Variant of Refugio, from Spanish meaning 'refuge' or 'shelter,' referencing Our Lady of Refuge.

English · English compound surname used as a given name, meaning 'ford by the rail or clearing.'

English · Occupational name from one who renders (plasters walls) or from German 'Rend' meaning 'edge.'

English · English surname and place name meaning 'path along a ridge.'

Italian · Italian and Latin name meaning 'Roman' or 'citizen of Rome.'

Hebrew · From Hebrew meaning 'great' or 'abundant'; also found in Indian traditions.

Welsh · Rare name possibly from Welsh 'rhud' (red) with a feminine suffix.

Hebrew · Variant of Rayma, possibly from Hebrew 'ra'amah' (thunder) or feminine of Raymond (wise protector).

Spanish · Spanish name meaning 'remedies,' honoring Nuestra Señora de los Remedios (Our Lady of Remedies).

German · Germanic name from 'ragin' (counsel, advice) and 'hild' (battle), meaning wise warrior.

Arabic · Arabic name meaning 'pleasant' or 'comfort'; also a variant of Germanic Rolla.

Latin · Variant of Rosary, from Latin 'rosarium' meaning rose garden; associated with Marian devotion.

Hebrew · Combination of Ruth (Hebrew, 'compassionate friend') and Marie (French form of Mary).

Latin · From Latin "Rutilius" meaning "red-haired" or "golden-red," borne by early saints.

German · Italian/Spanish form of Rudolf, from Germanic 'hrod' (fame) and 'wolf' (wolf).

English · English place-based name likely meaning 'ford by the reeds' from Old English elements.

Spanish · Spanish variant of Regino, from Latin 'rex' meaning 'king' or 'ruler.'

English · Diminutive of Richard meaning 'brave ruler,' also an Anglicized Irish surname.

English · Mid-century American compound blending Ro- (from Rose) with Jean (French form of John, meaning God is gracious).

Hebrew · Diminutive of Rebecca, from Hebrew Rivka meaning to bind or to tie.

French · Feminine form influenced by René (reborn) with a diminutive -ell ending.

English · Feminine compound of Richard (brave ruler) with the suffix -dean, an American coined name.

Italian · Diminutive of Roma, meaning little Rome; evokes the Eternal City.

Scottish · From a Scottish place name meaning promontory by a pool, also evoking the rose.

English · Modern blend of Rudy (famous wolf) and the suffix -dean, an American coined name.

Hebrew · Modern name possibly derived from Hebrew Remiel meaning 'mercy of God.'

English · Rare elaboration possibly blending Rowena or Roena; associated with 'fame' or 'joy.'

German · Variant of Romilda, from Germanic elements hrom (fame) and hild (battle), meaning 'famous in battle.'

Latin · Variant of Rosalia, from Latin rosa meaning 'rose'; associated with a garland of roses.

Latin · Elaborate form of Rose via Rozella, from Latin rosa meaning 'rose.'

Latin · From Latin rubeus meaning 'red'; also a Spanish adjective for a blonde or fair-haired woman.

Irish · Variant of Redmond, from Irish Réamann or Old English meaning 'counsel protector.'

English · Diminutive form possibly from Renzo or Lorenzo, meaning 'from Laurentum.'

English · Short form derived from Richard or Germanic ric meaning 'ruler' or 'king.'

English · Variant spelling of Rocky, meaning 'rock' or 'stone,' evoking strength and resilience.

German · Variant of Roderick, from Germanic Hrodric meaning 'famous ruler' or 'glory power.'

French · French diminutive meaning 'little rose,' also a place name in Jersey and Normandy.

English · Combination of Ray (Germanic 'counsel') and Nell (English diminutive of Eleanor).

Latin · From Latin 'renata' meaning reborn or born again; also used in Spanish-speaking cultures.

German · Feminine form of Raymond, from Germanic elements meaning counsel and protection.

English · Possibly from Old English read meaning red, or a phonetic variant of Rita.

Persian · From Persian Roshanak meaning dawn or bright; borne by the wife of Alexander the Great.

Hebrew · Variant spelling of Rachel, meaning 'ewe' or 'gentle lamb' in Hebrew.

Hebrew · Phonetic variant of Rachel, from Hebrew meaning 'ewe' or 'innocence'.

French · French compound name combining reine (queen) and Jeanne (God is gracious).

Latin · Feminine of Remigius, from Latin remigium meaning 'oarsman' or 'remedy'.

Latin · Elaborated form of Renée, from Latin renatus meaning 'reborn'.

German · Feminine diminutive of Rudolf, from Germanic hrod (fame) and wulf (wolf).

French · French variant of Reginald, from Germanic 'ragin' (counsel) and 'wald' (power/ruler).

English · English surname-name, likely a variant or patronymic form of Ralph meaning wolf counsel.

German · Variant of Robert, from Germanic elements meaning bright fame.

German · Variant of Rollin or Roland, from Germanic meaning famous throughout the land.

Spanish · Elaborated feminine form related to Rocío (Spanish 'dew') or French Rocelle, evoking morning dew.

Japanese · Japanese name commonly written with characters meaning 'law/rhythm child' or 'truth child'.

Spanish · Combination of Rosa ('rose') and Alba ('white/dawn'), meaning 'white rose' or 'rose of dawn'.

French · From French 'rêve' meaning 'dream,' used as a poetic given name.

Norse · Feminine form of Ron/Ronald, from Norse elements meaning 'counsel' and 'ruler.'

English · Combination of Rose (the flower, from Latin 'rosa') and the suffix '-lean.'

Spanish · Spanish elaboration of Reynaldo, from Germanic 'ragin' (counsel) and 'wald' (rule).

English · Variant of Randall, from Old English 'rand' (shield) and 'wulf' (wolf), meaning 'shield wolf'.

Norse · Archaic spelling of Ralph, from Old Norse 'Rathulfr' meaning wolf counsel.

Latin · Latin name meaning oarsman or rower, borne by the saint who baptized Clovis I.

Norse · Variant spelling of Ronald, from Old Norse 'Rognvaldr' meaning ruler's counsel.

German · Variant of Robert, from Germanic 'hrod-berht' meaning bright fame.

Italian · Italian variant of Romuald, from Germanic elements meaning famous ruler.

English · English surname name from Middle English 'ruh' meaning rough, or a Germanic short form.

Latin · Rare name possibly derived from Rhaetia, an ancient Roman Alpine province.