Female and male first names beginning with the letter “R”..

Ancient Egyptian name derived from the sun god Ra, meaning 'the sun' or 'creative force'.

Ancient Egyptian name derived from the sun god Ra, symbolizing power and creation.

Arabic male given name meaning "thunder", evoking strength and power.

Arabic given name coined by Ibn Qudamah Al Makki, signifying wisdom and intelligence.

Rare Arabic name with deep historical roots in Islamic tradition. Derived from "ra'fa'a," meaning "to rise" or "to ascend," Raafay was bestowed upon Abu Bakr al-Siddiq, the first Caliph and close companion of Prophet Muhammad, symbolizing trustworthiness and ascension to leadership positions.

Beautiful Indian name derived from the Sanskrit word 'Raga', meaning 'color' or 'passion'.

Sanskrit male given name, derived from 'Raghava', meaning descendant of Raghu, the ancient king of Ayodhya in Hindu mythology. It holds deep spiritual significance and embodies qualities such as courage and wisdom.

Sanskrit origin, meaning 'traveler', reflecting Lord Vishnu's journey through various avatars.

The Indian name Raahi, derived from Sanskrit 'Raahee', signifies 'one who travels' or 'a wanderer', embodying the spirit of spiritual exploration in Hinduism.

Indian name of Arabic origin, meaning 'journey' or 'travel', symbolizing exploration, progression, and growth.

Arabic name meaning 'merciful', popular among Muslims due to its profound Islamic significance.

Raahul: Indian origin; derived from Sanskrit 'Rajarshi'; means "king among scholars". Pronounced as /raːhuːl/; gained prominence in India during the 20th century.

Arabic male given name meaning 'shepherd' or 'leader', historically associated with guidance, protection, and care.

Unique and distinctive name of unknown origin and uncertain meaning, with suggestions ranging from Hebrew "song" or Arabic "intelligent," but no definitive evidence exists. It gained popularity in recent years due to its similarity to other popular Arabic-origin names or its unique sound, despite its rarity. Actress Raven-Symoné named her daughter Raiona in 2017, contributing to Raaina's visibility.

Rare yet powerful Hebrew name meaning 'thunder' with historical significance in the Old Testament as an Israelite leader.

Rare yet compelling name of Hebrew origin, derived from "ramah," meaning "height" or "elevation." It is associated with power and grandeur, drawing historical significance from biblical cities like Ramah in Benjamin's kingdom, and notable figures such as Raamon Llull, a Catalan philosopher.

Unique Sanskrit name originally used as a title for brave warriors in ancient India, signifying 'queen' or royalty.

Hebrew boys' name meaning "song" or "joyful song", derived from the root verb 'ranan', 'to sing'.

Indian name meaning "queen" or "princess," derived from Sanskrit, signifying power and elegance.

Uncommon yet powerful African name of Swahili origin, meaning 'guide' or 'wise leader'.

Indian name derived from 'Rasika', meaning 'aesthete' in Sanskrit, and also one of 27 lunar mansions in Hindu mythology.

Arabic name meaning 'guide' or 'rightly guided,' derived from the word 'rasheed' and associated with the wise and just fourth caliph of Islam, Ali ibn Abi Talib.

Arabic-origin name derived from 'raashiid', meaning 'Guide'. It signifies guidance, wisdom, and leadership.

Uncommon yet captivating Indian name derived from Sanskrit 'Ravi', meaning 'the sun'. It's associated with Hindu mythology's sun god, symbolizing light and warmth.

Indian name of Sanskrit origin, meaning 'the sun', popularized by a historic Rajput clan and symbolizing light, warmth, energy, royalty.

Captivating Arabic girl's name derived from "raah", meaning "spirit" or "soul". It signifies "small spirit" or "little soul".

Arabic name derived from 'raaya,' meaning 'healer' or 'curer.' It is one of the names of Allah and has been used since the 7th century.

Arabic origin name meaning 'provider' or 'sustainer', often associated with Allah in Islamic tradition and found in the Quran. It's believed to carry spiritual significance and inspire generosity.

Arabic origin girls' name derived from "rababa," meaning a bowed string instrument. It originated in ancient Yemen to symbolize harmony and melody, carrying notable figures like poet Rabaab al-Yamani through history.

Arabic name derived from 'rebab', an ancient Middle Eastern stringed instrument, symbolizing creativity and harmony.

Arabic female given name derived from "rababa," meaning "wild buckthorn" or "wild olive tree," signifying beauty, grace, and strength. It holds rich historical significance in Islamic tradition as one of the names of Mary, the mother of Jesus, and has cultural importance across Middle Eastern cultures. Additionally, Rabab is also the name of a traditional Arabic bowed lute, further emphasizing its musical connotations in literature.

Rebecca is a Hebrew name meaning 'to bind' or 'to unite', popularized in literature like Daphne du Maurier's novel.

Rare Hebrew female given name derived from "revakah," meaning "many" or "abundance.

Unique Hebrew girl's name derived from Rebecca, meaning 'to tie' or 'bind', and holds historical significance as the matriarch Rebecca in the Bible.

Unique, Hebrew-origin name meaning 'to tie or bind', derived from the Bible's Rebekah, Isaac's wife and Jacob & Esau's mother, known for her kindness, intelligence, and faith. It's often associated with strength, resilience, wisdom, and destined leadership across cultures.

Hebrew name of biblical origins, meaning "to bind together". It was the name of Rebecca, Isaac's wife in the Book of Genesis, making it significant in Jewish culture.

Roberto is an Italian name derived from Germanic Hrodebert, meaning "bright fame" or "famous bright".

Hebrew name meaning 'many' or 'great', originating from the Bible as an epithet for King David.

Arabic name meaning "four," but as a name, it holds deeper significance, often associated with Rabia al-Adawiyya, an early female Sufi saint known for her spiritual insights on divine love.

Unique feminine Arabic name meaning 'spring' or 'autumn', associated with 8th-century Sufi saint Rabi'ah al-Adawiyya.