Cat Names That Start With R
- Ramone
Origin:
Musical nameDescription:
Ramon is a common Latin male name, but Ramone would clearly be in tribute to the early punk rock group--each of whose members took on the last name Ramone.
- Rudi
Origin:
Variation of Rudy, GermanMeaning:
"famous wolf"Description:
Rudy has been heard as a feminine name before — most notably on Rudy Huxtable, the young girl on The Cosby Show. This spelling makes it a bit girlier, although it's occasionally used for boys as well.
- Roth
Origin:
GermanMeaning:
"redhead"Description:
This surname-name originated as a nickname for redheads.
- Romaric
Origin:
GermanMeaning:
"famously strong"Description:
Romaric was derived from the German elements hrôm, meaning "fame," and rîcja, "strong." It's the name of an obscure Frankish saint who left his life as a courtier to become a monk.
- Ramiel
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"the thunder of God"Description:
One of the seven archangels listed in the Book of Enoch, Ramiel is considered to be the angel of hope, guiding faithful souls to heaven and watching over those who will be resurrected. He was fictionalised in Neil Gaiman’s comic series The Sandman. Ramiel feels like a thoroughly on-trend choice, and an interesting twist on familiar Biblical names like Daniel and Gabriel.
- Rufina
Origin:
LatinMeaning:
"red-haired"Description:
A feminine form of Rufus, which has potential in the current trend for ancient Roman names.
- Rumo
Origin:
CornishMeaning:
"red"Description:
Ancient martyr name that sounds totally modern, but perhaps too close to rumor.
- Remo
Origin:
Italian variation of Remus, meaning unknownDescription:
Virtually unknown in the U.S., yet with its jaunty o ending and similarity to the stylish (yet unrelated) Remy, Remo may find some new followers.
- Raziel
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"secret of God"Description:
In Jewish mysticism, Raziel is an angel known as the Keeper of Secrets. The Book of Raziel contends that he stood by God and wrote down everything that was said. The name Raziel, along with many other names ending in -aziel, is rising in popularity among baby boys.
- Rhapsody
Origin:
French, musical termDescription:
Could be seen as extravagantly ecstatic for a baby name, though feel free to rhapsodize about your little girl, whatever her name.
- Ruger
Origin:
German surnameMeaning:
"renowned spear"Description:
Ruger is a German surname most famous as a gun name, which explains its popularity as a baby name in the US. If Cannon, Gunner, and Pistol are your type of name, you might like Ruger -- but we're not inviting him for a playdate.
- Raleigh
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"meadow of deer"Description:
An attractive North Carolina unisex place name, Raleigh's soft sound is particularly appropriate for a girl.
- Riker
Origin:
GermanMeaning:
"rich; powerful"Description:
Riker gets relatively little use as a variation of Ryker, likely because of the connection to Riker's Island, the New York City prison. It was named after NYC magistrate Richard Riker, whose ancestor Abraham Rycken first purchased the island.
- Radcliff
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"red cliff"Description:
Harvard's sibling.
- Raido
Origin:
Proto-GermanicMeaning:
"ride, journey"Description:
Raido is the rune that corresponds with the Latin letter R in the Elder Furthark runic alphabet. In Old English, it was translated at Rad.Nowadays it makes an interesting baby name for linguists and language-enthusiasts.
- Rupa
Origin:
SanskritMeaning:
"silver"Description:
Related to the Indian word and currency "rupee', Rupa derives its meaning from the ancient Sanskrit language, and can mean both silver and beautiful. Rupa also has strong historical and literary associations (as Rupa Bhawani was a noted 16th Century poetess and mystic) from Kashmir.
- Rousseau
Origin:
French surnameMeaning:
"little redhead"Description:
Rousseau gives French flair to other red-haired names like Russell and Rory. It is associated with the influential eighteenth century philosopher Jean-Jacques Rousseau, as well as the painter Henri Rousseau.
- Raimond
Origin:
Estonian variation of Raymond, GermanMeaning:
"wise-protector"Description:
The short form, Raivo, is more common these days.
- Rondal
Description:
Rondal is a masculine name that serves as a variation of Ronald, which derives from Old Norse elements meaning 'ruler's counselor' or 'mighty ruler.' This alternative spelling maintains the strong, decisive character of Ronald while offering a subtle distinction. The name has a firm, solid quality with its straightforward pronunciation. Rondal saw modest usage in the United States during the mid-20th century when Ronald was at its peak popularity, particularly in southern regions. It carries associations with leadership, wisdom, and authority from its etymological roots. While less common than Ronald, Rondal offers parents a way to honor traditional naming patterns while providing a slightly unique twist that distinguishes their child.
- Radley
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"red meadow"Description:
An emerging unisex surname name. Radley is more common for boys — it could be seen as an updated version of Bradley — but for girls, it's a rare alternative to Hadley and Adley. Radley is also a literary name via To Kill a Mockingbird, the surname of mysterious recluse Boo Radley.
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