449 Remarkable English Boy Names Starting With R (2024)

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Does the sound of English names such asRonald,Raymond,Robert, andRichardintrigue you? This is because these English boy names starting with R are pronounced with a strong, rolling, or rhotic sound. This means the 'R' is pronounced clearly at the end of words and before consonants. For instance, in the nameRobert, the 'R' is pronounced at the beginning and after the 'e.'

The English naming conventions have evolved over centuries. Traditionally, parents often followed the tradition of naming their children after respected individuals. This could include influential figures like wealthy landowners or royalty, such as naming sonsRichardafter King Richard, the Lionheart. Most commonly, though, names were chosen to honor the child's grandparents or parents of the same gender. For instance, the first son was named after the paternal grandfather, and the first daughter was named after the maternal grandmother. Such customs assured that family names were carried down through generations, establishing a sense of continuity and respect for past generations.

Many English boy names, such asReagan(little king),Rodney(an island near the clearing), andRoosevelt(rose field), stem from surnames and have become quite popular in the United States. Parents also love English word names likeRead(red) andRoyal(a ruler). English names such asRocky(rest),Rusty(redheaded),Randal(wolf shield), andRiley(valiant) have gained massive popularity and are among the top 1000 names in the United States(1). Explore our handpicked list of English names that start with the letter R to find more such names that roll off your tongue.

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Name		Gender	Meaning
Rowan		Boy	Red-haired; Little redhead; River in Paradise
Remington		Boy	Settlement by the boundary stream
Riley		Boy	Courageous; Valiant
Rory		Boy	Red king
Raymond		Boy	Counseling protector
Rylan		Boy	A meadow on an island; Little king
Russell		Boy	Red haired
Royce		Boy	Rose; Ruddy; Of renowned king
Reed		Boy	Red
Roy		Boy	King; Red
Ridge		Boy	One who comes from the hill; From the ridge
Ronald		Boy	Ruler's counselor; Ruler of decision; Judgment power
Rayan		Boy	Wise; Thinker
Roger		Boy	Famous warrior; Famous spear
Rayden		Boy	Wise; Counsel
Ricky		Boy	A tough, strong, hard ruler
Riggs		Boy	Son of a man who lives near the ridge
Rocky		Boy	Rest
Rodney		Boy	Roda's island; Island near the clearing
Reginald		Boy	Advice and rule
Rowdy		Boy	A noisy and mischievous person
Rylen		Boy	He who is from the rye clearing
Ramsey		Boy	Wild-garlic Island
Roan		Boy	A raven
Rip		Boy	One who comes from the strip of land that is cleared
Ransom		Boy	A son of a shield maker
Raylen		Boy	He who was born to counsel people
Roderick		Boy	Famous ruler
Ridley		Boy	Wood Clearing
Rockwell		Boy	To be like a stone; Like a rock
Reef		Boy	A reef, or an underwater or partly submerged ledge
Romello		Boy	A Roman person
Ripley		Boy	Words that come from the mouth of him who shouts
Rickey		Boy	A ruler who is kind, loved, and powerful; One who is a complete ruler
Rayne		Boy	Counsel
Richie		Boy	A very hard and strict ruler
Raleigh		Boy	From the deer meadow
Rebel		Boy	Rebellious; Defiant Person
Radley		Boy	From the red field; Red wood clearing; Redwood meadow
Rye		Boy	An island meadow
Rashawn		Boy	Combination of Ray and Shawn
Rexton		Boy	One who comes from the King's town
Robinson		Boy	A son of the famous and bright man
Rook		Boy	He who is like a raven
Rick		Boy	One who is a strict ruler
Rusty		Boy	He who has a red head
Reeve		Boy	Steward
Rylin		Boy	A field of rye
Rogue		Boy	An unpredictable man
Ryley		Boy	An Island meadow
Roper		Boy	An occupational name for a rope maker
Raymon		Boy	Wise protector
Rigo		Boy	From the Ridge; A variant of Ridge
Rudolph		Boy	Famous wolf
Rickie		Boy	To rule strongly and with great power
Rider		Boy	One who is a horseman; A rider of the horse
Ritchie		Boy	An elderly leader full of wisdom
Rupert		Boy	Fame bright; Glory
Reeves		Boy	A person whose job is being a steward
Rowe		Boy	A red-haired individual
Rollin		Boy	A wolfy legendary man
Rufus		Boy	Red haired; Tawny
Russel		Boy	Little red one
Rolland		Boy	One famous for his legendary lands
Rayce		Boy	The guarding, protective hands that keep you safe
Rigby		Boy	A man who comes from ridge farm
Redding		Boy	The son of a redheaded man
Rexford		Boy	King's Ford; Ruler; A chieftain; A variant spelling is Rexferd
Ryken		Boy	He who is widely famous
Russ		Boy	A short red one
Ramsay		Boy	Wild-garlic Island
Raydon		Boy	One who was born to counsel
Rayner		Boy	An army of advisors
Rawley		Boy	Roe deer clearing
Rawlins		Boy	Son of the wise wolf-man
Redford		Boy	One who comes from the red ford
Rockland		Boy	One who comes from a rocky land
Rodger		Boy	Famous warrior; Famous spear
Redd		Boy	One who has a red hair or a ruddy complexion
Rondell		Boy	To go around in a circle
Rigdon		Boy	Surname derived from a Scottish place name
Rad		Boy	Red
Rayder		Boy	One who gives great advice
Ronal		Boy	Ruler's counselor
Ryon		Boy	Strong; Courageous
Raxton		Boy	Cool
Revere		Boy	River Bank
Rollo		Boy	A notable, acclaimed wolf
Rutledge		Boy	One who comes from the red pool
Ryman		Boy	A merchant of rye
Rudyard		Boy	He who has a red yard
Rane		Boy	Rough, brutal; Blusterer
Rance		Boy	Son of the shield; Laurel; Bay
Rennick		Boy	A dwelling place; A village; A farm
Richardson		Boy	The son of a dominant King
Ro		Boy	A red haired baby Boy
Rodd		Boy	A ruler who is well-known and renowned
Randon		Boy	Wolf shield
Reason		Boy	The reasonable one
Roe		Boy	He who has red hair

English boy names starting with R are a fascinating combination of historical significance, royal connections, and word names. These names have not only lasted the test of time but have also changed to reflect current tastes. Whether you prefer the classic elegance of Richardand Robertor the trendy appeal of short names Ryderand Reed, these names offer a plethora of choices for parents looking for a meaningful and classic name for their sons.

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