Female and male names most popular from last year starting with the letter "R" - page 20.
Railey
Stylish American girl's name created by combining Rachel and Riley; while it doesn't have its own meaning, it's often associated with the meanings of its component parts: Hebrew 'ewe' and Irish 'valiant'.
Raiyan
Arabic unisex name meaning "God is merciful, the leader/commander," derived from "rai" (leader) with the suffix "-yan" signifying divine mercy. It's often associated with strong leadership and has been popular among Muslims for centuries due to its historical significance and connection as one of Allah's 99 names.
Ramel
Hebrew name meaning 'thunder' or 'storm', mentioned in the Bible as one of five sons.
Randell
English male given name with German roots, derived from 'rand' meaning "shield" and 'wald' meaning "rule", translating to " Shield ruler".
Raneem
Arabic female given name derived from "rahim," meaning merciful or compassionate.
Ranya
Captivating female name derived from the Arabic word 'ranya', meaning 'little flower'. It embodies elegance and grace, and has been cherished in Middle Eastern cultures for centuries.
Rapha
Hebrew name meaning "God heals," derived from the Hebrew word "rapha." It holds historical significance as one of seven archangels in Jewish tradition, and has gained popularity in recent times as a unisex given name.
Raye
Unique French name derived from the word 'rayon', meaning 'ray'. It signifies 'ray of light' or 'beam of light'.
Rayhan
Distinctive Arabic name derived from "rayhan," meaning "paradise" or "garden." It signifies beauty, serenity, and tranquility, and has roots in Islamic tradition and the Quran.
Rechy
Distinct Spanish-origin given name meaning "slope" or "hill," often associated with adventurousness and independence, and traditionally bestowed upon Romani boys in Spain with a love for the outdoors.
Reha
Unisex name of Turkish origin, derived from the Turkic word "reh" meaning "spirit" or "breath." It has historic significance as one of the earliest ancestors of the Turks in Turkic mythology. The name gained popularity in Turkey following the establishment of the Republic and is still popular today for its positive connotations related to spirituality and vitality.
Reia
Captivating Japanese name derived from "rei," meaning "zero" or "emptiness," but symbolizing potential in Japanese culture. It was also the name of benevolent Empress Reishi during the Heian period.
Reminisce
The name Reminisce has African origins, derived from the West African name Reminicem, which means "to remember" in the Yoruba language.
Riccardo
Italian male name of Germanic origin meaning 'bold power', popularized in Italy since the Middle Ages and still widely used today.
Richardson
English surname meaning "son of Richard", derived from the Old German given name Ricohardus ("power" + "brave"), first recorded in 14th-century England and now common worldwide, including among notable figures like Natalie Wood and Mordecai Richler.
Rifka
Hebrew feminine given name meaning "gentle" or "kind", associated with biblical matriarch Rebekah, reflecting qualities of kindness and hospitality.
Rigley
Uncommon English given name derived from "ric" meaning powerful, combined with "-ley", suggesting association with a place called Rigley.
Riyana
Arabic girls' name derived from 'riyadh,' meaning 'gardens'. It signifies beauty and fertility.
Roe
Rare female given name of Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic surname "Ó Ruadh," meaning "descendant of Rudh," an old Irish personal name possibly signifying "red" or "ruddy.
Rollie
Distinctive American name with English roots, derived from Roland meaning 'famous land'.
Romi
Unisex Hebrew name derived from "ra'am," meaning "thunder." Historically used among Jewish families, Romi was originally given to boys but has since become popular as a gender-neutral name. Despite not sharing the same origin, it's also associated with Roman historian Livy.
Ronan
Irish name meaning 'little seal', derived from the ancient Gaelic name Rónán.
Rosalena
Rare, captivating Spanish name derived from 'rosa', meaning rose, combined with the feminine suffix '-lena'.
Rosealynn
American-invented name composed of 'Rose' (flower) and 'Alynn' (Irish 'descendant of the gray-haired one'), popular in mid-20th century U.S., peaking in 1960s-70s, now rare.
Roseann
Irish feminine name derived from Róisín, meaning "little rose".
Roselin
Roseline is a unique French feminine given name derived from 'rosel', the wild rose bush, conveying beauty and grace.
Rostam
Historic Persian male name, derived from the Old Iranian *Rauθamahya*, signifying 'strong/victorious in battle', and famed through Ferdowsi's Shahnameh epic.
Roux
French origin, meaning 'red', referring to reddish hair or complexion.
Rowdy
American given name of Scottish origin meaning noisy or unruly.
Ruah
Hebrew name meaning "spirit" or "breath," used in the Bible to refer to the Holy Spirit.
Russel
Russell is a Welsh male given name derived from "rhos" meaning moor and "y" meaning "of", translating to "little red one".
Ryer
Rare Welsh name derived from 'rydir', meaning 'to flow' or 'to stream', with a strong connection to nature and few historical records.
Rabab
Arabic female given name derived from "rababa," meaning "wild buckthorn" or "wild olive tree," signifying beauty, grace, and strength. It holds rich historical significance in Islamic tradition as one of the names of Mary, the mother of Jesus, and has cultural importance across Middle Eastern cultures. Additionally, Rabab is also the name of a traditional Arabic bowed lute, further emphasizing its musical connotations in literature.
Raelani
Distinctive Polynesian name, combining 'Rae' meaning gentle or soft, and 'Lani' translating to heaven, signifying gentle heaven or heavenly gentleness.
Raeley
Rare, 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.
Rahima
Arabic-origin name meaning 'mercy' or 'compassion', popularized by its association with Prophet Muhammad's daughter Fatima after her marriage to Ali ibn Abi Talib.
Ramello
Uncommon Italian given name with unknown origins, believed to derive from the Latin word 'ramus' meaning 'branch'. Despite its unclear history, Ramello's unique sound and Italian roots make it an appealing choice for parents seeking a distinctive name.
Ramesses
Egyptian name derived from the ancient language, meaning 'Born of Ra' or 'Son of Ra', signifying divine origin.
Ramiya
Rare yet captivating Indian female name derived from Sanskrit 'Ram', meaning 'pleasing', with the suffix 'iya' signifying femininity.
Rashard
African-origin given name of Swahili culture, derived from the Swahili word 'rasha', meaning 'to hasten or hurry'.