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

Distinct English given name derived from the Old English "Hrodgar", meaning "famous spear". It was historically popular among Anglo-Saxons and likely carried connotations of strength and courage, often given to boys in influential or warrior families. Though not associated with prominent historical figures, Rodley's unique nature has sparked recent interest as an alternative name choice.

American given name derived from Old English "hrodmann", meaning "famous by protection or glory".

Rare yet powerful female name of Romanian origin, meaning "boulder" or "rock," derived from the god of thunder and lightning in ancient Roman mythology.

Old Norse name meaning 'famous warrior', brought by Vikings to Norway.

Rare and distinctive name derived from the Latin 'rodere', meaning 'to bite'.

Unique boy's name of uncertain origin and meaning, with no widely accepted theories about its etymology or history.

Distinctive African American name created by combining Rodney (Old English, "from Hrothgar's hill") and Sheisha (Irish, "bright and wise").

Distinct African American name created by combining Rodney and Nadine or Rhonda, with possible meanings of "riverbank hope/song" or "ford defender of man".

African-American name created by combining Ronald (English, 'wise ruler') and Kendall (Scottish, 'valley of the river Kent').

Rare Spanish male given name derived from "rodar" meaning "to roll," combined with the suffix "-er.

African name of Igbo origin, meaning "joy in my heart".

American name of African-American origin, coined in the late 20th century from Rodney and LaShia, symbolizing power and captivating presence like a night beacon.

Unique name of unknown African origin, with meanings varying from strength to uniqueness, and rarely used throughout history.

English name derived from the Old Norse Hróðvaldr, meaning 'fame and power'.

English name derived from Old German 'Hrodnand', meaning 'famous ruler'.

Distinctive African American name created as a blend of Rodney ("famous war") and Shaunte (variant of Shantel, "happy journey"), without specific historical ties but reflecting personal family choices.

Uncommon American name with unknown origins, believed to be a blend of Rodney (meaning "famous people") and Ronnie (a diminutive of Ronald, meaning "wise ruler").

African-origin name from Yoruba culture meaning "God has done something beautiful," conveying spirituality and positivity, and reflecting West African traditions.

Distinctive African American name derived from Swahili, meaning 'to love' or 'to adore'.

Rodney is an English name with Old Norse roots, meaning 'famous warrior', reflecting its Viking heritage.

Robust Italian name derived from Germanic elements meaning "famous wolf," popularized during the Middle Ages and worn by notable figures like Emperor Rodolfo II.

Italian name meaning "famous wolf", derived from the Germanic Hrothulf, popularized by Verdi's opera La Traviata, and continues to be a distinctive choice worldwide despite its Italian roots.

Germanic name meaning "famous wolf," a variant of Rudolph popularized by medieval German nobility.

German name meaning 'famous wolf', carried by notable figures like Emperor Rudolf II.

Rare yet distinguished male name of Latin origin, derived from "Rudolphus" meaning "famous wolf." It has been carried by notable figures throughout history such as Italian architect Rodolpho Spolti and Brazilian musician Rodolpho Moog, as well as the character in Tennessee Williams' play "A Streetcar Named Desire.

Distinctive French name derived from the Latin 'ros' (rose) and '-donn' (gift), translating to 'gift of the rose.'

Rare Spanish name of Occitan origin, meaning "wheel," symbolizing the circle of life. Historically popular among medieval nobility, it's associated with figures like El Cid. Despite its rarity today, Rodre remains a meaningful choice for parents honoring their Spanish heritage.

African origin name from the Ashanti people of Ghana, meaning "one who brings prosperity or good fortune.

Rare name of unknown origin with no widely accepted meaning or significance.

Distinctive Latin-derived name meaning "resembling a gnawer," suggesting tenacity or fierceness.

Distinctive Spanish female name derived from Rodrigo, meaning 'famous power', with historical ties to El Cid.

Distinctive Germanic given name meaning "famous ruler," derived from Old German elements "Hrod" (fame) and "ric" (powerful ruler).

Rare, unisex Romanian name derived from 'rod', meaning 'spirit'.

Spanish origin, means 'famous power' and was traditionally given to individuals displaying strength and courage.

Distinctive Germanic name meaning 'famous ruler' or 'strong leader', with historical figures like Saint Rodéric and King Rodric III.

Masculine name of Old German origin, derived from "Hrod" (famous) and "ric" (power), bearing the meaning "famous power".

Uncommon African name of Yoruba origin meaning "God has made me complete".

Distinctive African-origin name derived from the Portuguese Rodrigues, meaning 'son of Rodrigo' or 'son of Ruderic', conveying strength and power.

Unique Spanish name composed of "Roderic," meaning "famous power," and "-ico," a diminutive suffix. It's less common than its component parts but carries historical significance, as Roderic was the last Visigothic king of Spain, and it appears in "The Lay of the Cid.

African variant of German Roderick, meaning 'famous power'.