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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |