Female and male first names beginning with the letter “R”..
RIDHAAN
MaleArabic male name meaning 'contentment', associated with being at peace and divine satisfaction.
RIDHAM
MaleIndian name of Sanskrit origin meaning "the one who rises and grows.
RIDHAN
MaleIndian-origin male name derived from the Mahabharata epic, meaning "warrior" and associated with warrior queen Ridhana.
RIDHARV
MaleRare Indian male name derived from Sanskrit, combining "Rid," associated with the Hindu god Shiva, and "Harv," meaning praise or worship. It signifies 'The Lord Who Is Praised' or 'The King Who Is Worshipped'.
RIDHI
FemaleIndian feminine given name derived from Sanskrit 'Riddhi', meaning 'prosperity'. It signifies wealth and abundance, drawing from Hindu mythology where Riddhi is the goddess of prosperity invoked alongside her consort Siddhi. The name brings good fortune, believed to have blessed Lord Kubera with riches.
RIDHIKA
FemaleSanskrit-derived feminine name meaning 'prosperity', popular in Hindu culture as it represents abundance, success, and happiness.
RIDHIMA
FemaleIndian female name derived from the Sanskrit word "Riddhi," meaning prosperity and wealth. It's associated with good fortune and happiness, and holds significance in Hindu mythology as the daughter of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.
RIDHWAN
MaleArabic given name meaning "pleasure" or "satisfaction," often associated with paradise in Islamic tradition.
RIDIT
MaleUnique, Hebrew-origin name with no specific meaning, created by its parents to honor their Jewish heritage while giving their child a distinctive moniker.
RIDLEE
FemaleRare, distinctive given name of unknown origin, gaining modern popularity through its use in popular culture like "Minecraft".
RIDLEIGH
FemaleEnglish name derived from 'rid' meaning 'to ride' and 'leah' meaning 'woodland clearing', translating literally as 'clearing where riding occurs'. It was first used as a surname in medieval England before evolving into a given name.
RIDLEY
MaleUncommon English given name derived from an Old English occupational surname for a miller or grinder, meaning "mill" or "grinder.
RIDLEY
FemaleEnglish given name derived from the Old English word "hryðelī", meaning "powerful" or "brave".
RIDWAAN
MaleCaptivating male given name of Arabic origin, derived from "ridwan" meaning "contentment" or "pleasure," associated with the angel guarding Paradise's gates in Islamic tradition.
RIDWAN
MaleArabic given name meaning 'pleasure' or 'joy', derived from the gardens outside Baghdad where Bahá'u'lláh declared His mission in 1863. It's often chosen for its positive connotations and has been used in Muslim and Bahá'í communities worldwide.
RIDWAN
FemaleArabic name meaning 'contentment', often associated with Allah and popular among Muslims worldwide.
RIE
FemalePopular Japanese female given name, originating from the Heian period (794-1185), with no specific meaning despite being derived from the kanji character "理" meaning 'reason'. It's cherished for its melodic sound.
RIEANNA
FemaleIrish name derived from ancient Gaelic, meaning "little queen" or "small ruler," reflecting regal power and authority.
RIECE
FemaleUncommon name with unknown origins; its meaning and history are undefined, allowing each person to interpret it freely.
RIECE
MaleRare but powerful male name of Latin origin, signifying 'powerful' or 'rich', and historically notable as a pseudonym of Paracelsus.
RIEKER
MaleRare yet significant German male given name, derived from the Germanic elements 'ric' (power or mighty) and '-ger' (spear), signifying 'strong spear' or 'powerful warrior'.
RIEL
MaleThe given name Riel is of French origin, derived from the word "riel" which means rush or reed. It is associated with places in France such as Riel-les-Eaux and Riel-sur-Mer. Although it does not have a specific meaning or symbolism attached to it, its connection to nature and French heritage makes it appealing for parents seeking unique names. The most notable figure with this name is Louis Riel, the Canadian Métis leader who fought for his people's rights during the Red River Rebellion of 1869-1870.
RIEL
FemaleFrench-Canadian name derived from "rielle," meaning eel, popularized by Louis Riel, a key Métis leader in Canada's Red River Resistance.
RIELEE
FemaleRielee, created by actress Zendaya, is a unique name combining 'Riley' (Irish, meaning courageous) and 'Lee' (American/Chinese), gaining popularity since its debut in the Disney show Shake It Up.
RIELEIGH
FemaleUnique American female name derived from Irish Reilly, meaning 'courageous', with '-leigh' added for a feminine touch.
RIELEY
MaleRiley is an uncommon Irish name of noble origin, derived from "Ó Raghallaigh," meaning "descendant of little ruler.
RIELEY
FemaleRiley is an Irish name meaning 'valorous' or 'courageous', originating from the surname Ó Raghallaigh, which translates to 'fearless'.
RIELLA
FemaleElegant Italian name derived from "riello," meaning "little king." Popularized by Giovanni Boccaccio in his works, Riella stands out due to its uniqueness and regal connotation despite lacking famous bearers.
RIELLE
FemaleFrench female given name derived from "rielle," meaning "little bell" or "bell-shaped." It evokes charm, grace, and melody.
RIELLEY
FemaleUncommon Irish name derived from the surname "O'Riordain," meaning "descendant of Riocardán," which translates to "little king" or "kinglet.
RIELLY
FemaleUnique Irish name derived from the surname O'Reilly, meaning "descendant of Righeallaigh," which translates to "courageous power.
RIELLY
MaleUncommon Irish name with ancient roots. It means "descendant of Ríocal," a Norse-derived personal name signifying "famous land." The O'Rihleath clan, from whom the name originates, migrated to County Tyrone in the 15th century.
RIELY
MaleIrish name of ancient Gaelic origin meaning "ardor" or "passion", originally derived from the Old Irish word "rioghalach" signifying "royal" or "noble".
RIELY
FemaleIrish-derived given name, originally meaning 'descendant of the lively one'.
RIELYN
FemaleIrish feminine name derived from the surname O'Righile, meaning "little queen.
RIELYN
MaleRecently coined given name of uncertain origin, possibly derived from Riley andelyn or inspired by the Irish surname Ryall. Despite its unclear beginnings, it has gained some popularity in recent years, particularly in the United States.
RIELYNN
FemaleContemporary name created in the early 2000s by blending Riley, meaning 'rye meadow' or 'courageous', with Lynn, denoting 'from the town of Lynn'.
RIEN
MaleThe name Rén originates from France and signifies 'nothing'.
RIEN
FemaleThe name 'Rien' originates from Old French, meaning 'nothing', symbolizing simplicity or humility.
RIENA
FemaleThe unique and distinctive name Riena, meaning 'peaceful' or 'tranquil' in Latin, offers a special and memorable option for baby girls.