Whether you prefer regal, royal, or just plain regular baby boy names, we’ve got hundreds of options that start with the letter R.
Names | Origin | Meaning |
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Robert | Robert has been an all-time favorite boys name since the Middle Ages and popular worldwide. It’s been so popular that it’s… | |
Richard | This Old German name was introduced to England by the Normans and borne by three kings of England, which is approrpiate since… | |
Raymond | French: | Wise protector |
Randy | English: | A nickname of Randolph, Randall, Rand and related names |
Roger | English Origin | Famous spearman |
Ray | English: | Familiar form of Rayburn, Raymond, and related names |
Ronald | English: | Powerful, rules with counsel; from the same root as Reynold |
Robin | From the Shakespearean play Merry Wives of Windsor | |
Russel | English Origin | |
Reese | English Origin | Passionate, enthusiastic; variant of Reece |
Ralph | English: | Wolf counsel; An old name from Scandinavian and Germanic elements, Ralph is pronounced “Rafe” in many areas outside the United… |
Roy | Celtic Origin | |
Ross | From the Shakespearean play Macbeth | |
Romeo | From the Shakespearean play Romeo and Juliet | |
Reed | English: | Redhead; variant of Reid |
Raul | Spanish Origin | |
Ruben | In the Bible, Reuben was the firstborn of Jacob and Leah, and patriarch of one of the twelve tribes of Israel. Ruben is just… | |
Reuben | Hebrew: | Behold a son; in the Old Testament, the firstborn of Jacob and Leah, and patriarch of one of the twelve tribes of Israel |
Rick | English: | Familiar form of Cedric, Frederick, and Richard |
Randall | English: | Shield wolf; variant of Randolph |
Reid | English: | Redhead; a surname adapted a long time ago for given name use |
Rodney | English: | From the famous one”s island |
Ramon | Spanish Origin | |
Roland | English Origin | |
Read | English: | Redhead; variant of Reid |
Rich | English Origin | |
Remy | English: | Familiar form of Remington |
Reginald | English: | Powerful, wise counsel |
Rufus | Latin: | Red-haired; several early saints had this name |
Ricky | English Origin | |
Reece | English Origin | Passionate, enthusiastic |
Rob | English Origin | |
Rico | Though less popular in the US than in Spanish-speaking countries, Rico is a suave name that suggests strength and dominance—and… | |
Rover | English: | Wanderer |
Ronnie | A pet name derived from Ronald, Ronnie is of a class all its own, conjuring the glory of Old Norse mythology while suggesting… | |
Remi | Funny how adding an “i” can give a name a whole new feel. Remi, simply a respelling of Remy, feels more like a nickname than… | |
Rusty | Rusty is a modern alternative to Russell or Ruston, or a moniker for your copper-haired kid. It’s fun as a first name and… | |
Randolph | English: | Shield wolf, defender and protector; The wolf is revered for its strength, cunning, and fearlessness. Quite possibly this… |
Roderick | English Origin | Famous ruler |
Rowen | Irish: | Red haired |
Rey | French: | Regal, kingly; a variant of Roy |
Rolando | Want to pay tribute to Grandpa Roland, but not digging the old-fashioned name? Try Rolando. This Portuguese variation of… | |
Rooney | Gaelic: | Red-haired |
Rudolph | Teutonic: | Famous wolf; well-known by children for the fabled red-nosed reindeer |
Ringo | English Origin | |
Ridley | English: | From or near the red meadow; variant of Radley |
Rupert | German: | Bright with fame; variation of Robert |
Rogan | Irish Origin | |
Rudolf | Scandinavian Origin | |
Rickey | English Origin | |
Remus | Latin: | Quick; In Roman mythology, Remus and Romulus were the twin brothers who founded Rome. |
Rubin | Hebrew Origin | |
Robbie | English Origin | |
Raydon | English: | Counselor. Variant of Raymond. |
Ryden | Scandinavian: | Horseman; rider. |
Ronny | English Origin | |
Rolfe | German: | Familiar form for either Ralph or Rudolph |
Ra | Egyptian: | Sun god of Heliopolis; From the fifth dynasty onwards, Ra became a national god and combined with the supreme deity Amon… |
Rabi | Arabic: | Spring; also means my lord if pronounced with accent on the first syllable |
Racer | English: | One who races, loves to run or compete |