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

Rare Dutch name derived from "rob," meaning roebuck deer, traditionally given around Christmas for strength and courage, now used year-round among families honoring Dutch heritage.

Unique Dutch name derived from "robbe," meaning "sea otter," reflecting Netherlands' coastal heritage.

Distinctive Dutch variant of Robert, a Germanic name meaning 'bright' or 'famous'.

Rare French male given name derived from Germanic elements "Hrod" meaning fame or renown and "bern" meaning bear, signifying famous bear.

Hebrew variant of Robert, meaning "bright fame" or "shining fame," also associated with wisdom and authority due to its usage as a term of address for a rabbi.

Unique name with Hebrew origins meaning "behold, a son" and Germanic elements "famous bear".

Irish name meaning "bright fame" or "famous", derived from Old Norse Hróðgeirr. Historically used as both a given name and nickname for Robert, it was popular among medieval Irish Celts but later fell out of favor before experiencing a 20th-century resurgence in English-speaking countries. Today, Robbie is considered unisex but more commonly used for boys. Notable people with this name include Australian cricketer Robbie Marsh and Scottish footballer Robbie Neilson.

Popular short form of the name Robert, which originates from Old Germanic roots meaning 'fame' and 'bright', making it signify 'famous with fame'. Throughout history, especially in Scotland, Robbies have made significant contributions in various fields.

Uncommon English given name derived from the Middle English word 'robin', meaning "bright-famed" or "famous". It is often associated with the cheerful bird of the same name.

English name derived from Old Germanic 'Hrodbeorht,' meaning 'famous' or 'bright.'

English surname derived from 'Robyn,' meaning "famous," and also a variant of Robinson. It was first used as a surname in late medieval England, possibly given to a son of Robert or someone with red hair. Today, Robbins is increasingly popular as a given name in countries like the US and Canada.

Short form of Robert, an English name meaning "bright fame" derived from the Germanic Hrodebert.

Unisex name of Hebrew origin meaning "abundance" or "surge", derived from the Hebrew word 'rob'. Traditionally used among Jewish communities, it gained widespread popularity during the Middle Ages and has been adopted by various cultures worldwide, often used as a diminutive form of Robert.

Unique American name likely derived from Robbie, meaning "bright fame.

Scottish name derived from Robertson, which means "bright fame.

Latin-derived name, originally meaning "oak" or "strength," historically used for both boys and girls, now more popular for females.

Roberto is a name of Italian origin meaning 'bright fame', popularized by historic figures like Roberto II of Normandy. Today, it's widely used across cultures, often shortened to Bert or Rob.

Ethiopian origin and means 'first-born'.

Rare Hebrew name meaning "son of bright light," also related to Robert or Rubin/Ruban meaning "ruby" or "red." It's been used by notable figures like economist Roben Haunreuter and painter Roben Duthoit.

Hebrew name meaning 'son', popular among Jewish communities worldwide.

Rare name of uncertain origin, possibly derived from Welsh Roberta or Italian Roberta, or Hebrew "brightness" or "light". Its meaning remains unclear despite various theories.

Robeña is a rare Spanish female first name with unknown etymology, possibly derived from "roble," meaning oak tree.

Distinctive Haitian name composed of 'Rob' meaning bright fame and 'son' meaning sound, reflecting Haiti's rich cultural heritage.

Robert is a Germanic name that means 'bright fame', introduced to Britain by Normans in the 11th century. It has been popular throughout history, with notable figures including King Robert II of Scotland and poet Robert Burns. Today, it remains globally popular, often shortened to Bob or Rob.

Robert is a Germanic name of Old Norse origin, meaning "bright fame," popularized by Normans in France during the Middle Ages.

Variant spelling of Robert, which originates from Germanic elements meaning 'bright fame' or 'fame and brightness'.

Robert is a Germanic masculine given name meaning 'bright with fame'.

Robertson is a Scottish surname derived from 'Robert' meaning 'bright fame', and '-son' meaning 'son of'.

Robert, of Germanic origin, means 'fame and bear', with historic usage dating back to Merovingian kings.

Germanic name derived from "hrod" meaning fame and "bert" meaning bright or famous, first introduced to France by Viking settlers during the Middle Ages and subsequently becoming popular among nobility.

Italian feminine given name derived from the male name Roberto, which itself originates from the Germanic name Hrodebert. This name combines two elements: "hrod" meaning fame or renown, and "berht" meaning bright or famous. Therefore, Roberta signifies "bright with fame".

Female name of Italian origin derived from Roberto, which means 'famous bear' in German.

Robert Anthony is a unique compound given name with Germanic (Robert: "bright fame") and Latin (Anthony: "priceless") origins, combining strong and admirable qualities.

Unique blend of two classic Germanic names: Robert, meaning 'famous' and Charles, meaning 'free man'.

French origin name derived from Robert, meaning 'bright fame'. Originally used primarily for males in medieval France, it has since become more unisex. Variations include Roberta and Robért.

Unique German-origin male name derived from Hrodebert, translating to "famous and bright".

Enigmatic name of unknown origin, often believed to be a blend of Robert and Beth, but with no documented evidence to support this theory. Some sources suggest it may be a variant of Roberta, meaning "bright fame" or "famous brightness." Its rarity allows those who bear the name to create their own legacy and make their mark on history.

Unique Latin-derived feminine name meaning 'bright fame' or 'famous'.

Italian feminine given name derived from Roberto, meaning 'famous' or 'bright'.

Rare French female name derived from 'Hrodberht,' meaning 'famous and bright.'