Female and male first names beginning with the letter “R”..
RAEL
FemaleUnique Hebrew name meaning 'friend' or 'comrade', often used for both boys and girls.
RAEL
MaleHebrew name meaning "friend", also associated with Celtic's Raighall, signifying strength between hills.
RAELA
FemaleHebrew female name derived from 're'ella,' meaning 'ewe.' It has ancient biblical references and symbolizes gentleness and grace.
RAELAH
FemaleUnique Hebrew female name derived from 'Raham', signifying mercy or compassion.
RAELAN
MaleCaptivating Gaelic name derived from Raibeart, meaning "noble" or "famous", first appearing in Sir Walter Scott's 1828 novel, The Fair Maid of Perth. It conveys nobility and pride, making it a strong and meaningful choice for parents seeking a distinctive name with ancient Scottish heritage and modern appeal.
RAELAN
FemaleUnique Gaelic baby name meaning 'little bright one'.
RAELANI
FemaleDistinctive Polynesian name, combining 'Rae' meaning gentle or soft, and 'Lani' translating to heaven, signifying gentle heaven or heavenly gentleness.
RAELEA
FemaleUnique American female name created by blending Rachel ("ewe" or "female sheep") and Leila ("night beauty").
RAELEAH
FemaleUnique Hebrew name meaning "small goat," symbolizing prosperity and growth, with biblical roots and global appeal.
RAELEAN
FemaleUnique female given name of unknown origin, with no known etymology or specific meaning.
RAELEE
FemaleUnique American girl's name with no specific language or cultural origin, created as an original name and not widely documented in meaning.
RAELEEN
FemaleIrish-origin name meaning "little queen" or "small ruler," once popular among medieval Irish nobility.
RAELEI
FemaleCaptivating Hawaiian female name derived from "Rae" meaning 'love' and "Lei" meaning 'wreath', embodying affection and reverence.
RAELEIGH
FemaleAmerican originated name, created by Stephen King for his character Raeleen in "Different Seasons". Despite its growing popularity, particularly in English-speaking countries, its meaning remains open to interpretation as it's not derived from any known language or mythology. The name is typically pronounced /ˈreɪliː/ with the stress on the first syllable and rhyming with "ray-lee".
RAELEN
FemaleUnique Hebrew name meaning 'sheep,' popularized in the Bible through Jacob's wife Rachel, who embodied strength and kindness.
RAELENA
FemaleRare, Hebrew-derived feminine name created from Rachel, meaning "ewe" or "female sheep.
RAELENE
FemaleRare, Hebrew-derived feminine name meaning "small ewe," associated with Job's pious daughters in the Old Testament.
RAELEY
FemaleRare, modern-sounding English name with Irish roots. It is believed to mean "descendant of Raghaill," though Raghaill's origin is uncertain. The surname Railey or Raighall was first recorded in Ireland in the 13th century and has since spread globally.
RAELI
FemaleHebrew name derived from "ra'aya," meaning "sheep," symbolizing gentleness and kindness.
RAELIANA
FemaleLatin-derived name for females, meaning "spear." It signifies strength, power, and courage, and was likely used by ancient Roman noble families or medieval Christian communities honoring female martyrs.
RAELIE
FemaleRare yet captivating female given name of Hebrew origin, derived from "rael," meaning "sheep," and believed to have been used as a female counterpart to Rahel in the late 19th to early 20th centuries.
RAELIEGH
FemaleDistinctive Scottish name derived from "Raonall," meaning "little seal," symbolizing adaptability and resilience.
RAELIN
FemaleIrish unisex name meaning 'little', derived from the Gaelic word 'ráil'.
RAELIN
MaleRare yet appealing Irish name derived from the surname Raolain, itself originating from the Norman French name Raoul, a Germanic diminutive meaning 'powerful' or 'commanding'.
RAELINA
FemaleRaelina, of Hebrew origin, means 'female sheep' and shares its root with the biblical figure Rachel.
RAELINN
FemaleCaptivating girls' name of Irish origin, derived from the surname Ó Raghalláin meaning 'descendant of Ragallach', with ties to historic figures like Brian Boru.
RAELLA
FemaleRare but significant Latin feminine name derived from "radius," meaning strength, light, or radiance.
RAELLE
FemaleRaelle, of Hebrew origin, means 'little ewe' or 'young female sheep', symbolizing innocence and purity.
RAELLEN
FemaleUnique and elegant Gaelic name derived from the ancient Irish "Rían", meaning "little king" or "queen".
RAELY
FemaleUnique given name of unknown origin, with no widely accepted historical or cultural significance. Its meaning and history remain uncertain, though it has gained some popularity in English-speaking countries in recent years, often used for both boys and girls.
RAELYN
MaleCaptivating American name created by combining "Ray" and "leigh," with possible meanings related to light or small lake. Despite uncertain origins, it's associated with positivity and brightness, gaining popularity in recent years.
RAELYN
FemaleEnchanting Irish name derived from the surname Raleigh, meaning "from the bright or red meadow.
RAELYNE
FemaleDistinct French given name derived from 'raisin', meaning 'grape' and signifying abundance and fertility.
RAELYNN
MaleRare and beautiful feminine given name of Irish origin, derived from the Irish surname "O'Raghailla," meaning "little raven" in Gaelic. It has gained popularity recently due to its association with intelligence, elegance, and grace, reflecting the wisdom and knowledge attributed to ravens in Irish mythology. The modern sound of Raelynn makes it appealing and accessible to parents around the world seeking a distinctive name for their daughters.
RAELYNN
FemaleAmerican female name with Irish roots, potentially meaning "little song by the lake," and often associated with creativity and expressiveness.
RAELYNNE
FemaleUncommon yet captivating English female name derived from the Old English word 'rægell', meaning 'counsel' or 'advice'.
RAEMARIE
FemaleUnique and beautiful Irish name meaning 'graceful'.
RAEMI
FemaleUnique Hawaiian name derived from the word "raemi," meaning "sprout" or "bud," symbolizing new beginnings and growth.
RAEMON
MaleUncommon given name of uncertain origin, with no widely accepted theory on its meaning or roots. Some propose it's a variant of Raymond, but evidence is lacking. Despite this, notable historical figures have borne this name, such as Raemon Catò i Albert, a 15th-century Spanish nobleman. Today, Raemon remains rare yet cherished for its unique sound and mysterious origins.
RAEMONA
FemaleRaemona, of Hawaiian origin, means "to rise" or "ascend," symbolizing strength and courage, and is inspired by Raemona, a legendary female warrior from Hawaiian mythology.