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

Sanskrit-derived male given name meaning 'strong' or 'powerful', popular in India since centuries.

Indian girl's name derived from the Sanskrit word 'rachana', meaning 'creation' or 'design'. It is also associated with Hindu goddess Rachita, who created all living beings.

Rare Hebrew male given name meaning 'Mercy of God'.

Indian name of Sanskrit origin, meaning "shining grace" or "radiant beauty.

Rachel is a Hebrew female given name meaning "ewe" or "female sheep," popular throughout history and associated with biblical figures like Rachel, wife of Jacob and mother of Joseph in the Old Testament.

Rachel is a Hebrew-derived female name meaning "ewe" or "female sheep", with notable bearers like Rachel Carson and Rachel Whiteread.

Distinctive unisex name of African-Yoruba origin, meaning 'the one who makes things happen'.

Distinctive Hebrew name meaning "messenger of God," often associated with angels in Jewish and Christian traditions.

French surname of Occitan origin, derived from the word 'rascagne' which means 'shrewd'. It was originally a nickname given to someone perceived as clever or cunning, and has been used as a personal name since the Middle Ages.

Distinctive French given name of Latin origin, meaning 'grape', and historically associated with notable figures like Jean-Baptiste Racine, a renowned dramatist.

French boy's name derived from the Latin 'racemus' meaning 'grape cluster', not directly related to wine or vineyards.

Distinctive Latin-derived name meaning 'reason' or 'thought', personifying the Roman goddess of reason.

Unique Hebrew feminine name with roots in biblical history, symbolizing vastness and freedom.

Uncommon yet powerful African American name derived from Rakim, meaning "guide" or "protector".

Racqual originates from the Latin 'Rachel', meaning 'ewe' or 'sheep'.

Rachel is of Hebrew origin, meaning "ewe" or female sheep, and signifies peace. It is a historic favorite, especially among Jewish communities, and remains popular in English-speaking countries.

Hebrew name meaning "to shepherd," associated with maternal love and devotion, as seen in the biblical matriarch Rachel, Jacob's wife and mother of Joseph.

Unique French given name derived from the Old French word "racque," meaning "to scratch" or "to scrape.

Rare yet memorable Spanish female given name, derived from 'racimo', meaning 'cluster' or 'bunch'.

Rare English female name meaning "quick" or "speedy," derived from Middle English "racie.

Unique name of unknown origin, with no specific historical or cultural significance.

German origin, meaning 'happy', derived from the given name Radiant meaning 'shining'.

Beautiful Slavic girl's name derived from the Old Church Slavonic word 'rad', meaning 'joy' or 'happiness'.

Rare but meaningful name of Spanish origin, derived from the Basque name Rodriguez meaning "son of Rodriguez," which itself means "famous son." It was popular among prominent Basque families during the Middle Ages before becoming more widespread in regions with strong Basque influences.

Distinctive name of Spanish origin, meaning 'of Rade,' a town in Cantabria, signifying one's roots from this region.

Rare Italian given name composed of "Rada", meaning counsel or advice, and "mes", meaning to plan or think. It signifies one who gives good advice or plans wisely.

Unique Latin-derived given name meaning "ray" or "beam," created by combining the prefixes "rad-" and "-ius.

English name derived from "hrad" meaning hare, and "leah" meaning wood clearing, translating to 'from the wood clearing where hares are found'. It originated as a surname for someone living near such a place before evolving into a given name over time.

Rad is a distinctive German male name meaning 'happiness', derived from the Old High German word for joy.

Unique, distinct given name of unknown origin and meaning, with no recognized etymology from common naming sources. Its significance and history remain unclear, and there are no notable figures or events associated with it. Despite its rarity, Raddix has been chosen by some families in recent years likely due to its uniqueness.

Serbian name derived from the Slavic element 'rad', meaning happiness or joy.

Arabic-origin name meaning 'thunder', associated with strength and power.

Rare and unique name of unknown origin, its meaning and history yet to be discovered.

Czech name derived from "rad," meaning "happy," and ending with "-ek," a common Slavic diminutive.

Rare Latin-derived surname originally given to woodworkers in Italy, meaning "little rod" or "small staff".

Rare, unique given name with unknown origins, no established meaning or history, making it an original choice often used in English-speaking countries.

Indonesian origin, traditionally meaning 'king' in Javanese and used as both a title of nobility and a popular given name for boys and girls today.

Unique and mysterious name of unknown origin and meaning, often suggested to be linked to French 'Renaud' or Latin 'radens', but these connections remain unconfirmed.

Distinctive German name meaning 'wheel', symbolizing movement and progress.

Uncommon English given name derived from 'hred' and 'ford', meaning 'strong ford'.