Female and male first names beginning with the letter “R”..
RAEMOND
MaleDistinctive Spanish name derived from the Old French 'Raoul', meaning 'wolf counsel'. Popularized by Visigoths in the 5th century, it was carried through generations of Spanish nobility, notably Raymond of Penyafort.
RAEN
FemaleDistinctive Welsh name derived from 'Rhaian,' meaning 'little king,' reflecting strength and leadership.
RAEN
MaleRare and exotic name of unknown origin, possibly derived from the Welsh goddess Rhiannon or the Hebrew wife of Jacob Rachel, or the Native American raven symbolism.
RAENA
FemaleRaena, of Persian origin, means 'reign' signifying power and authority.
RAENADA
FemaleUnique and exotic name of unknown origin, with possible meanings including 'song of the sea' in an ancient language or association with Irish goddess Anu. Its pronunciation remains flexible due to its rarity throughout history.
RAENAE
FemaleSamoan name that means "beautiful flower." It consists of the elements "rae" (sun) and "natu" (flower). Pronounced /rä-ˈneɪ/, it's rare but has gained global recognition.
RAENAH
FemaleThe name Raenah originates from Hebrew, meaning 'seeing' or 'vision', derived from the Hebrew word 're'ayah'.
RAENE
FemaleUnique female given name with Hebrew origins meaning "ewe" or "female sheep", derived from the biblical name Rachel. It may also have ties to Irish origins through the diminutive form of Rainey, though this connection is not universally accepted.
RAENEE
FemaleCaptivating Hawaiian name derived from "Raine," meaning "rainbow." It blends the first syllables of Hawaiian words for rain ("Ka Ua") and rainbow ("Raine"), symbolizing unity and harmony between heaven and earth.
RAENEISHA
FemaleDistinctive African American name created by combining Renee and Neisha, with no specific meaning but often associated with uniqueness.
RAENELL
FemaleRare, beautiful Irish girl's name derived from the Norse-Gaelic surname Ránall, possibly meaning 'war counsel'.
RAENELLE
FemaleRare Welsh female name with possible meanings of "song" or "little queen," gaining recent recognition despite its medieval origins.
RAENESHA
FemaleUnique African name meaning "born on Sunday," combining Latin "rebirth" with African "nesha.
RAENETTE
FemaleUnique and captivating Welsh name derived from the word 'raen', meaning 'little queen' or 'princess'.
RAENGEL
FemaleCaptivating Hebrew name meaning "joyous song," embodying celebration and happiness, with a unique sound and elegant rhythm.
RAENI
FemaleHawaiian name derived from the words 'raine' (rain) and 'i' (definiteness), signifying 'the rain'.
RAENISHA
FemaleDistinctive African name, particularly from Swahili culture, meaning 'the beginning of wealth'.
RAENIYAH
FemaleAfrican name of Yoruba origin meaning "first daughter", associated with the goddess Oya and often chosen to honor courage and protectiveness or celebrate daughters' importance.
RAENNA
FemaleRare and captivating name of unknown origin, allowing each bearer to create their own identity around it.
RAEOLA
FemaleIrish given name derived from the surname "Rae," meaning "little king.
RAEONA
FemaleUnique Hawaiian name composed of "rae," meaning thunder, and "ona," meaning happiness or joy, signifying thunderous joy.
RAEONNA
FemaleDistinctive African American name derived from Raheemah, meaning 'kind' or 'compassionate'.
RAEQUAN
MaleDistinctive male name of African origin that signifies "powerful beauty".
RAEQUAWN
MaleDistinctive African American name derived from Raequan, possibly related to Arabic 'Raqib', meaning 'watcher'.
RAEQUEL
FemaleRachel is a unique and beautiful Hebrew female given name meaning "ewe" or "female sheep," symbolizing purity and grace. It has significant biblical roots as the name of one of Jacob's wives in the Old Testament.
RAEQUON
MaleOriginal American given name created by author Eric Jerome Dickey for his character Raequon "Quick" Davis in the novel "Chase Dark Heart". Its meaning is open to interpretation but can be associated with power, creation, strength, nobility, and freedom.
RAEQWAN
MaleRare, Arabic unisex name derived from "Raqwa," meaning "moonlight" or "glow of the moon," signifying radiance and tranquility.
RAEQWON
MaleUnique African-American given name derived from the Arabic word "Raqib," meaning "companion" or "watcher.
RAESEAN
MaleDistinctive male name of African-American origin coined by rapper Raekwon (born Corey Woods), potentially blending 'Raheem' (Arabic: merciful) and 'Sean' (Irish: God is gracious).
RAESHA
FemaleIndian origin name derived from Sanskrit, meaning "the first king" or "beginning of a new era," associated with Lord Indra in Hindu mythology.
RAESHAUN
MaleAfrican American name created by combining Rachel (Hebrew: 'ewe') and Shaun (Irish: 'God is gracious'). Though its origin is uncertain, it may signify a blend of individual qualities from both names.
RAESHAWN
MaleUnique African American name meaning 'King Shawn', blending Swahili and Irish influences.
RAESHAWN
FemaleUnique African American male name created by blending Rashaun ("god's satisfaction") and Raekwon (stage name of rapper Raekwon the Chef).
RAESHELL
FemaleUnique female given name of uncertain origin and meaning, believed to be a blend of Rachel and Michelle but with no definitive evidence supporting this theory. Its true roots remain unclear, though it may have been created as a distinctive name or derived from the Spanish word 'raíz', meaning 'root'. Despite its rarity and lack of historical information about famous individuals named Raeshell, this captivating name offers parents seeking a modern and sophisticated choice for their daughter the opportunity to create their own story around it.
RAESHELLE
FemaleRare yet beautiful Irish name derived from the surname Rae, possibly linked to Rachel or Ruaidhri, meaning 'ewe' or 'red king'.
RAESHON
MaleAfrican American name derived from Rasheeda (Arabic: 'wise') and Shannon (Irish: 'old/wisdom'), interpreted to mean 'intelligence'.
RAETTA
FemaleUncommon yet lovely Irish name derived from the word "raithe," meaning abundance or plenty, often associated with wealth, prosperity, and generosity. It has been carried by notable figures like Raetta O'Connor, a legendary warrior queen of County Kerry.
RAEVAN
FemaleUnique Irish name derived from 'Raibhe', meaning 'abundant'.
RAEVEN
FemaleIrish given name derived from the surname O'Reagain, meaning 'descendant of Reaghan', which combines 'ri' ('king') and 'achan' ('little'). It has evolved into a unisex name associated with royalty, strength, life, and vitality.
RAEVIN
FemaleUnique, globally-used given name of unknown origin with no specific meaning, history, or notable figures attached to it.