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

Unique male name of German origin, derived from elements meaning "advice" and "guardian," thus conveying the meaning "wise protector.

Distinctive Spanish name derived from 'rayo', meaning lightning, and signifying 'lightning of the mind'.

Distinctive Spanish name derived from Raimund, meaning "protecting by good counsel," with a rich history dating back to medieval Europe.

French origin, meaning "wise" or "guard".

Unique name of unknown origin, possibly derived from Rain or the Welsh Rhiannon meaning "great queen." It evolved from Reynold, which means "advice to rule," and was popularized by medieval Saint Reynold. Today, Rayn remains uncommon but gained some popularity in recent years.

Bulgarian name derived from 'ray', meaning 'dawn', associated with a legendary warrior queen.

American name of African origin, combining Raymond and Renee, popularized in the 1960s-70s, with meanings varying but often associated with wisdom or intelligence.

Unique Hebrew name that means 'song' or 'hymn', reflecting its musical nature and association with joy and celebration.

Renal is a rare French given name derived from the surname Renard, meaning 'fox' in English. It was historically used as both a surname and given name in France.

Distinctive French origin given name derived from Germanic elements 'Ragin' meaning "advice" or "decision", and 'Wald' meaning "rule", signifying "powerful ruler".

Italian name meaning "strong like a lion," derived from Latin "Renatus" meaning "reborn.

Unique French name that means "red fox," originally denoting cleverness and now associated with intelligence.

Uncommon name of unknown origin and meaning, used sparingly throughout history, with its unique phonetic composition contributing to its overall uniqueness.

Rare Sanskrit name derived from 'Rayan', meaning 'rays of light' or 'radiant', signifying positivity.

Distinctive French origin given name derived from the Old French word "raine," meaning "king.

Distinctive name of unknown origin, with theories linking it to French surnames or suggesting it's a modern invention, but its meaning remains mysterious.

Unique Hawaiian name derived from 'rain', symbolizing growth and renewal.

African American name created by singer Brandy Norwood, combining "Rain" (freshness) and "Neisha" (from Nancy/Nicole), gaining popularity for its unique sound and modern twist.

Distinctive Haitian male given name with unclear origins but widely associated with Haitian pride.

Distinctive French name meaning "little king" or "counsel", originally used as a nickname for young leaders.

Distinctive American female name created by blending Raymond and unnell, with possible meanings including "wise protection" and uniqueness, reflecting an independent spirit.

Distinctive name of French origin, derived from Raymond meaning "wise protector".

Unique French feminine given name derived from "rayon," meaning "ray" or "beam," symbolizing sunlight. The "-elle" suffix makes it a charming diminutive variation, with its origins dating back to the Middle Ages in France.

Unique French given name derived from "raynard," meaning red fox, originally used as a nickname for medieval individuals with reddish features or perceived cleverness like the fox.

Distinctive Germanic name derived from 'Ragin' (advice/war) and 'hari' (army), signifying "army counselor" or "wise warrior.

Unique and beautiful name of African origin, specifically from the Swahili culture, composed of 'ray' meaning 'king' or 'leader', and 'nesha' translating to 'grace'. It reflects qualities such as gracefulness and royal elegance.

Captivating African name derived from the Yoruba word 'Ore', meaning 'joy'.

African American-origin name created by combining "Ray" (light) and "Netta" (honor), symbolizing someone who shines with nobility.

Captivating French name derived from "raynette," meaning "little ray" or "small beam of light." It dates back to medieval times when people were often named after natural elements, and it has evolved over centuries to symbolize creativity, independence, and adventure.

Captivating Hebrew name derived from "reiyah," meaning "vision." It was the name of a town near Jerusalem and has gained global popularity due to its musical appeal and cultural heritage.

Unique Greek-derived female name that combines the meanings of light, brightness, and virtue, with no significant historical figures named Raynia.

Distinctive and rare female name of unclear origin, possibly derived from French or Italian names meaning "wise protection" or "counselor". It has gained some popularity in recent years, particularly in English-speaking countries like the US, where its usage peaked at 45 babies named Rayniah in 2019. Despite its relatively recent emergence and limited use throughout history, there are no notable figures or historical events directly associated with this captivating name. As more people adopt it, connections to significant individuals or events may develop over time.

Captivating Hebrew-derived female name meaning "song" or "musical," suggesting harmony and creativity.

Haitian name derived from French Reynaud, meaning "powerful ruler" or "bold king".

Rare French male given name derived from "rayon," meaning "beam of light.

African-origin name derived from Yoruba Rayanni, meaning "Mother has returned" or "She has returned.

Raynique, of African origin, combines 'Rain' with '-ique', signifying abundance of rain, purity, fertility, and renewal.

African American name created by combining 'Rayne' meaning rain and 'isha' meaning "God is," interpreted as "God's Rain.

Distinctive female name of Latin American origin, derived from the Spanish word 'rain', signifying renewal and freshness.

Captivating African origin name, derived from Swahili, meaning 'sun strength'.