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

Arabic-origin name derived from "Rania," meaning "small garden" or "paradise.

Distinctive given name with uncertain origins, potentially derived from German "regin" meaning "queen", but with no definitive connection. It's uncommon yet intriguing, allowing the bearer to forge their own identity.

Unique female given name of unknown origin, with some suggesting Welsh roots, but no definitive evidence. Its meaning, possibly "great queen" if linked to Rhiannon, remains uncertain without concrete ties.

Unique French feminine name derived from 'rain', symbolizing growth and abundance.

Distinctive German name derived from "Raginhard," meaning "powerful in battle." It consists of elements "ragin" (advice) and "hard" (strong). Popular during the Middle Ages, it was brought to England by Norman settlers but remains rare today. One notable bearer was Raynald of Châtillon, a skilled warrior in the Crusades.

Distinctive Italian name derived from Reginald, meaning "wise wolf".

Raynor, of English origin, means "spear-wielding warrior by the water.

Spanish given name derived from "rayo," meaning "lightning" or "bolt of lightning." It symbolizes strength, energy, and suddenness, inspired by the swiftness and power of lightning.

Unique African name of Yoruba origin, meaning "the first wealth" or "unique wealth.

Captivating French name meaning "ray" of light, originating from medieval French heraldry where it was associated with light-related professions like glassmaking or candlemaking.

Uncommon French given name derived from 'rayon', meaning 'beam' or 'ray'. It likely originated as a surname referring to someone living near prominent light.

Rare West African (Yoruba) unisex name, possibly meaning "there is joy".

Igbo Nigerian name meaning "sunlight", signifying warmth, vitality, and brightness.

Beautiful African American name derived from Swahili, meaning 'beautiful'.

Unique, radiant name of African origin, derived from Swahili 'ra yo' meaning light, enhanced by the suffix '-nia', often associated with power or strength.

Unique African American female name derived from "Ray", meaning "beam of light" in Latin, with "-onna" added for a feminine touch.

African American name derived from Arabic 'Raqwan', meaning 'contentment' or 'peace'. Popularized by culture and media, it blends traditional names like Raymond and Aquan.

African-origin male name created by Lil Wayne, meaning "wise king" or "powerful leader," though interpretations vary.

African-origin name derived from Raheem, meaning "compassionate" or "merciful.

Unique Swahili name meaning "powerful king".

African American name with unknown origins, but its lack of widespread meaning allows bearers to create their own identity.

Unique Persian name meaning "leader" or "commander," once bestowed upon influential female rulers like Queen Raysa of the Sakas.

Unique American given name coined in the early 2000s, potentially derived from Raymond (German, meaning "wise protector") and Sean (Irish, meaning "God is gracious").

Newly popular name of unknown origin, likely inspired by similar names like Ray and Ryan.

Uncommon yet attractive name of debated origin, potentially African or Arabic, but possibly American. Its meaning varies, from 'firstborn' in some African languages to 'wise' or 'intelligent' in Arabic, or simply a variant of Hebrew-derived Rachel.

Arabic origin unisex name meaning 'guide' or 'leader'.

Arabic-origin name meaning "pleasing" or "delightful," traditionally given to girls in ancient Arabia but now popular among both sexes. It's associated with beauty and grace, even being held by American singer-songwriter Ray J.

African-origin given name derived from the Swahili word "Raiya," meaning "peace.

Distinctive African-origin name derived from the Yoruba culture, where "Ray" means sun and "Shaud" signifies light, thereby translating to sunlight.

American male given name created by combining "Ray" meaning light, and "Shaun" meaning god of peace, potentially embodying brightness, illumination, tranquility, and artistic prowess.

Distinctively African American male name combining 'Ray', light, with 'Shawn', God's grace.

American male given name derived from Raymond ("wise protection") and Shawn ("little stag"), blending Germanic and Irish origins.

Unique African-American female given name created by combining "Ray" (light/sunbeam) and "Shawna" (variant of Irish Siobhan, meaning God is gracious), conveying the overall meaning of "light of God's grace".

Unique African American name derived from the combination of 'Ray' (English for 'little') and 'Shawanda', an African word meaning 'handsome'. It signifies 'little handsome one'.

Distinctive American name formed by combining "Ray", meaning beam of light or sunshine, and "shell", referring to the protective outer covering of marine creatures. Its meaning symbolizes radiance, warmth, and protection.

Uncommon yet distinctive name of African American origin, created by combining Rachel and Shelly during the late 20th century. It does not have a specific meaning but evokes positivity and strength. Despite its uniqueness, there are no notable historical figures with this name.

Unique African name derived from the Ashanti people of Ghana, carrying the powerful meaning "warrior".

Unique American male name created by combining Ray ("king" or "leader") and Jonathan ("gift from God"), reflecting its French and Hebrew origins respectively.

Unique African American name, first used in 1972, with an uncertain origin combining 'Ray' meaning sunlight and 'Shonda', possibly from Greek 'skandalon', though its exact creation remains unclear.

African American name composed of "Ray" meaning king or leader and "Shone" meaning light, translating to King of Light.