Female and male names starting with the letter "R" .

Rookie, of English origin, signifies 'new' or 'inexperienced', first used in the late 19th century.

English origin, derived from the intelligent and adaptable rook bird species.

Distinctive given name of Irish origin, derived from the surname "O Ruadháin," meaning "descendant of Ruadhán," which translates to "little red-haired one." While it's historically been used as a surname, it has recently gained popularity as a given name due to its unique sound and strong Irish roots.

Irish surname and given name of Gaelic origin, derived from "O Ruadháin" meaning "descendant of Ruadhán," a red-haired or red individual.

Rooney is an Irish-origin given name derived from the Norman-French surname O'Ruanaid, meaning "descendant of Roland". It gained popularity as both a given name and a surname, with notable bearers including actor Mickey Rooney and former Irish Taoiseach Bertie Ahern.

Indian male given name derived from Sanskrit "Rūpa", meaning "form" or "beauty".

Sanskrit-derived female given name which means "form," "appearance," or "beauty," often associated with Goddess Lakshmi in Hindu culture.

Captivating Indian name derived from Sanskrit 'Rup', meaning form or beauty, with the suffix 'al' indicating connection to these qualities.

Roosevelt, commonly shortened to Rooseve, is a Dutch-origin surname derived from 'ros' meaning 'roe deer', and 'veld' meaning 'field'. It was originally a nickname for someone living in a field where roe deer were found.

Masculine given name of American origin, derived from the Dutch surname Roosevelt, which means "from Roselaar".

English masculine given name meaning "son of Ros" or "strong power," popularized by notable individuals such as Theodore Roosevelt Jr., the 26th U.S. President, whose family adopted it from their Dutch settlers ancestry.

Uncommon yet distinctive English given name derived from 'rooster', meaning male chicken or cock.

Roosevelt is a distinctive name of Dutch origin, translating to "rose field," and signifies power, leadership, and resilience. It gained international recognition through Franklin D. Roosevelt's U.S. presidency (1933-1945).

Persian name derived from "Ruoz" meaning 'day' and "-beh" meaning 'god', thus translating to 'God of Day'.

Uncommon English given name derived from the Old English word 'rop', signifying strength, flexibility, and connection.

English given name originating from the Old English word "ropere," meaning "maker of ropes." It was once an occupational surname for ropemakers or those living near a signboard featuring a rope, and it has been used as a boy's name for centuries.

Unique name of unknown origin, with suggestions connecting it to Welsh names like Rhodri meaning 'lord' or 'ardor', but its true etymology remains mysterious.

Arabic feminine given name meaning "she who makes others happy".

Distinctive name of African American origin, derived from the Creek word "Rokwah" meaning "facing the sun." It signifies strength, courage, and leadership.

Roque: Spanish origin meaning 'rock' or 'rugged mountain peak', popularized by Visigoths.

Rare French given name meaning 'small rocky cliff', derived from the occupational surname Rocquelet.

Distinctive Basque origin name, meaning unknown but potentially derived from 'Roxa', signifying red-haired.

Roran: A rare yet powerful Scandinavian name derived from Old Norse "Hróðgeirr," meaning "famous warrior.

Rare English given name with historic roots in the Middle Ages. Its origin lies in Old English words 'rōh', meaning fame or renown, and 'hrēo', meaning spear, symbolizing strength, bravery, and warrior spirit.

Rare and distinctive name of unknown origin, believed by some to have Irish or Scottish roots, though this has not been proven. Its meaning remains unclear, but its unique sound and spelling make it memorable. Despite its rarity, Rorey has been used for centuries and can be found globally today.

Uncommon given name of unknown origin, with no widely accepted theory about its meanings or sources.

Irish name with a strong historical legacy, derived from O'Rourke meaning "descendant of Rory," who was once the red-haired High King of Ireland. It is uniquely charming and gender-neutral.

Captivating Irish name derived from Rory, meaning 'red king' or 'red-haired king', with historic roots tracing back to medieval Ireland.

Old Germanic name meaning 'famous power' or 'renowned king', popular among Anglo-Saxons and once held by a Frisian ruler.

Distinctive German male name meaning "famous by power" or "renowned for might," with a notable historical figure, Rorik of Dorestad, contributing to its enduring popularity in Germany.

Rorie, of Scottish origin, means 'red king' and is associated with courageous warriors like King Robert the Bruce's companion in 'The Brus' poem.

Rare Scottish given name derived from the surname "Mac Rory," meaning "son of Rory," an Irish name signifying "red king" or "red-haired king.

Distinctive male name of Old Norse origin, meaning either "famous warrior/ruler" or "unique renown," associated with notable Viking chieftains and medieval rulers.

Rare Irish name derived from "Ruairc," meaning "red king" or "powerful chief.

Uncommon Japanese name believed to mean "whirlpool," though its origins are uncertain.

Rare Scottish name derived from Rory, meaning "red king," and likely used as a diminutive or pet form of Rory.

Uncommon Irish name derived from the surname O'Rourke, meaning "red king". It's believed to be a variant of Rory, and is associated with the powerful medieval O'Rourke clan known for their bravery and warrior spirit in County Leitrim.

Irish name meaning 'red king', derived from the ancient Irish Ruaidhri.

Gender-neutral Irish name derived from 'ruadh', meaning 'red-haired'.

Feminine given name of Latin origin meaning "rose" in Spanish and Italian.