92 Baby Girl Names That Start With R

92 Baby Girl Names That Start With R

Looking for ideas for girl names that start with R? We’ve got you covered. From the letter that brought you rare, radiant, and reward, here come some riveting options for your new arrival.
Perhaps you’re looking to keep up a family tradition. Or you simply love the sound this letter makes as it rrrrrolls off the tongue. Either way, one of these girl names beginning with R might just be your perfect fit.

Let’s get started.

(Spoiler alert: There’s a lot of royalty on this list.)

The best girl names starting with R

What is the most popular girl name that starts with R?

  1. Riley. According to the US Social Security Administration, Riley is the only one of the girl names that start with an R to make the top 50 list. So in terms of sheer popularity in the United States, this one tops the charts. Of Old English origins, it means ā€œwood clearingā€ or ā€œvaliant.ā€

What are some good R names?

  1. Rachael. This classic Hebrew name means ā€œewe.ā€ šŸ‘ Plus drop the ā€˜a’ and you’ve got a favorite Friends character.
  2. Rafaela. Of Portuguese origin, this beautiful name means ā€œgod has healed.ā€ (And if you’re looking for more Portuguese options, head here.)
  3. Rayan. An Arabic name meaning ā€œwateredā€ and ā€œplentiful,ā€ it’s also the name for one of the Islamic gates of heaven.
  4. Rebecca. A Biblical name that never goes out of style, Rebecca means ā€œto bind firmly together.ā€ If you’re looking for an alternative spelling, how about Rebekah?
  5. Reese. From Welsh origins, Reese means ā€œfieryā€ and ā€œenthusiasticā€ā€”and of course belongs to a certain famous Witherspoon.
  6. Reeva. This sweet name has a number of origins. Some possibilities? It could be a version of the Hebrew Rebecca, or of Hindu origins meaning ā€œriverā€ or ā€œstar.ā€
  7. Regina. ā€œQueen.ā€ šŸ‘‘
  8. Renata. A name common in Eastern Europe, Renata means ā€œHoly Spirit.ā€
  9. Renee. Of Latin roots, this classic French name means ā€œto be reborn.ā€
  10. Rhowena. This one’s of German origin and means ā€œfame and happiness.ā€ You may want to opt for the alternative spelling, Rowena.
  11. Ramona. A name meaning ā€œwise protector,ā€ Ramona is the feminine version of the name Ramon and Raymond. It also happens to belong to Beverly Cleary’s beloved children’s character, Ramona Quimby.
  12. Reilly. Of Irish origin, this one means ā€œcourageous.ā€
  13. Rimona. This sweet name means ā€œpomegranate.ā€
  14. Rita. Her name means ā€œpearlā€ and the Beatles think she’s lovely. šŸŽµ
  15. Rhonda. This one’s of Welsh origin and has a rather fun meaning— ā€œnoisy one.ā€
  16. Ruby. From the Latin word for ā€œred,ā€ Ruby is a name that never goes out of style.
  17. Roberta. ā€œBrightā€ and ā€œshining.ā€ šŸ”†
  18. Robyn. Meaning ā€œfamous and bright,ā€ Robyn is a popular name of both Old German and Old English origins.
  19. Rolanda. With its Latin origins, Rolanda is a name for a girl who is ā€œfamous in her land.ā€
  20. Rosalie. With its healthy dose of French charm, Rosalie means ā€œthe flower of life.ā€ šŸ’®
  21. Rosemary. A name that stands the test of time, Rosemary means ā€œdew of the sea.ā€ 🌊
  22. Rosie. As in the flower. 🌹And the cheeks.
  23. Roxanne. Likely derived from Roxana, the wife of Alexander the Great, Roxanne means ā€œbrightā€ and ā€œsunlight.ā€ ā˜€ļø Plus, it can be shortened to the cute Rox.
  24. Ruth. This Biblical name never goes out of style. Maybe that’s because it means ā€œfriend.ā€ It’s also a fitting tribute for fans of RBG.

What are some unique girl names that start with R?

If you’re looking for something a little different, here are some unique girl names that start with R:

  1. Rabab. This Arabic name means ā€œwhite cloud.ā€ ā˜ļø
  2. Rabiah. A combination of two Arabic names, Rabiah means ā€œfertile springā€ and ā€œfourth female.ā€
  3. Raisa. A Hebrew name meaning ā€œrose.ā€ 🌹
  4. Ramsey. For fans of the popular chef, this name means ā€œlow-lyingā€ land and is used for all genders.
  5. Rana. Of Arabic origin, Rana means ā€œeye-catching.ā€
  6. Raniya. Urdu for ā€œto gazeā€.
  7. Raven. This name pays homage to one of the smartest birds on earth—so smart, in fact, that recent research suggests that ravens may even possess human-like features of intelligence.
  8. Ravenna. Ravenna is an Italian city famous for its ancient Roman architecture.
  9. Rawnie. With its Romany origins, Rawnie means ā€œlady.ā€
  10. Raya. A biblical name meaning ā€œfriend.ā€
  11. Raylynne. A name for a little beam of light. šŸ’«
  12. Raziela. This Hebrew name means ā€œthe secret of God.ā€
  13. Reatha. This one has Greek origins and means ā€œexcellence.ā€
  14. Reba. Of Hebrew origin, Reba is a name for the fourth born in your family.
  15. Redmilla. A name meaning ā€œworking for the people,ā€ Redmilla is of Slavic origins.
  16. Reesa. ā€œLaughter.ā€ šŸ’•
  17. Rei. This popular Japanese name has several possible meaningsā€”ā€œlovely,ā€ ā€œghost,ā€ and ā€œwise,ā€ to name a few.
  18. Reiko. ā€œBeautiful and wise child.ā€
  19. Reinella. ā€œQueen.ā€ šŸ‘‘
  20. Reinette. ā€œLittle queen.ā€ šŸ‘øšŸ½
  21. Refugio. With Latin origins, this name means ā€œshelter and protection.ā€
  22. Rehema. ā€œCompassion,ā€ and ā€œforgiveness.ā€
  23. Reka. This Hungarian name means ā€œriver.ā€
  24. Remedy. This name really is the cure.
  25. Remington. This Old English name refers to a settlement next to a stream.
  26. Renesmee. A combo of ā€œReneā€ and ā€œEsmee,ā€ Renesmee means both ā€œrebornā€ and ā€œloved.ā€
  27. Reyna. ā€œQueen.ā€ šŸ‘‘
  28. Rezka. ā€œLate summer.ā€
  29. Rheanna. A nymph or little queen.
  30. Rhiannon. Of Welsh origin, this a name for a great queen.
  31. Rhonette. This one’s of Welsh origin too, and means ā€œgood spear.ā€
  32. Richella. From Old German, this is a name for a powerful ruler.
  33. Ridley. Of Old English origin, Ridley refers to a meadow of reeds.
  34. Ripley. Believe it or not, this name refers to a clearing in the woods.
  35. Rina. In Sanskrit it means ā€œmelted,ā€ in Hebrew, ā€œsongā€ and ā€œjoy,ā€ and in Japanese, ā€œvillageā€ and ā€œvegetables.ā€
  36. Rionagh. ā€œQueenly.ā€ šŸ‘‘
  37. Rivekka. A version of Rebecca, it means ā€œto bind.ā€
  38. River. šŸžļø
  39. Rohanna. A Hindi name meaning ā€œsandalwood.ā€
  40. Romina. ā€œFrom the land of Christians.ā€
  41. Rona. This Hebrew name means ā€œsong.ā€ šŸŽµ
  42. Ronisha. ā€œStrong counsel.ā€
  43. Rosamonde. With Germanic roots, this name means ā€œhorse protection.ā€ šŸŽ
  44. Rosario. Of Latin origin, Rosario refers to the Catholic rosary.
  45. Rosabel. ā€œBeautiful rose.ā€ 🌹
  46. Roshni. ā€œBrilliantā€ and ā€œbright.ā€
  47. Royale. šŸ‘‘šŸ‘‘šŸ‘‘
  48. Rori. Increasingly popular as a girl’s name, Rori means ā€œred-headed royalty.ā€
  49. Rowan. Of Scottish and Irish origins, this name refers to a red-headed child. It’s also an Arabic name, meaning ā€œa river in paradise.ā€
  50. Roza. 🌹
  51. Ruhani. ā€œSacred.ā€

What are girl middle names that start with R?

If you’re looking for that special extra touch, these baby girl names that start with R can make excellent middle names:

  1. Rae. Its German origins? ā€œWise protection.ā€ Spanish? ā€œBeautiful.ā€ English? ā€œEwe.ā€ Many meanings for such a tiny name.
  2. Rayne. šŸ‘‘šŸ‘‘šŸ‘‘
  3. Rawleigh. From the Old English, it refers to a deer’s meadow.
  4. Reed. A name for a red-haired baby.
  5. Reeve. Its original meaning was ā€œbailiff.ā€ Better be careful around this little one.
  6. Renie. This Greek name means ā€œpeace.ā€ šŸ•Šļø
  7. Revel. ā€œRejoice.ā€
  8. Rhea. ā€œA flowing stream.ā€
  9. Rie. Its Japanese meanings are ā€œblessing,ā€ ā€œlogic,ā€ and ā€œvalue.ā€
  10. Ricci. The Italian meaning is ā€œcurlyā€ā€”so this might be the perfect middle name for a girl with a curl.
  11. Riley. ā€œWood clearing.ā€
  12. Risa. As a Japanese name, Risa means ā€œpearā€ or ā€œsilk gauze.ā€ As an Italian name, it’s the short form of ā€œMarisaā€ and means ā€œof the sea.ā€ 🌊
  13. Robbi. This German name means ā€œbright fame.ā€
  14. Romi. ā€œDew of the sea.ā€
  15. Ronnie. ā€œMountain of strength.ā€
  16. Rose. 🌹

All the best with your choice!


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