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Girl Dog Names That Start With R

  1. Rori

    • Description:

      Rori is a feminine name with Gaelic origins, though it can occasionally be used for boys as well. Traditionally, it's a feminine variation of Rory, which means 'red king' in Gaelic. The name has a bright, lively quality with its short, upbeat sound. Rori maintains connections to Celtic heritage while having a contemporary feel that works well across cultural boundaries. The name has gained modest popularity in English-speaking countries since the late 20th century, particularly appealing to parents seeking short, spunky names for girls that avoid overly frilly associations. Its simplicity makes it easy to pronounce and spell while remaining distinctive. The name combines traditional roots with a modern sensibility, offering a balance of heritage and contemporary style.
  2. Rama

    • Origin:

      Sanskrit

    • Meaning:

      "lofty"

    • Description:

      This name of a revered Hindu deity is heard in several cultures.
  3. Rivers

    • Origin:

      Nature name and surname, English

    • Meaning:

      "rivers"

    • Description:

      Rivers is an indisputably unisex surname with is strong nature connotation and its connection to the character Diana Rivers from Charlotte Bronte's novel Jane Eyre. Rivers is also the first name of one of the girl Sweet Home sextuplets.
  4. Ranger

    • Origin:

      French

    • Meaning:

      "forest guardian"

    • Description:

      The range of occupational baby names is ever expanding, and Ranger is a recent addition to the list. It feels both natural—reminiscent of park rangers—and western and rugged, as in the Lone Ranger. If you're making a choice between Ranger and Danger, we suggest the less aggressive former. Plus, this one gives you the option of nicknames Rae, Rayne, and Rainey too, and ties to various sports teams and Dungeons and Dragons. Currently given to more than 100 boys in each recent year, it has yet to chart for girls, but this could change in the future.
  5. Raicho

    • Origin:

      Japanese

    • Meaning:

      "Thunderbird"

    • Description:

      Japanese feminist Raicho Hiratsuka chose the name Raicho for herself - no doubt because of its fabulously meaning. As a journalist and publisher, Raicho fought for the rights of working class women in Japan’s textile industry and eschewed conventional domesticity, openly living with a lover and having her children out of wedlock. Thunderbirds are GO indeed!
  6. Rea

    • Origin:

      Variation of Rhea

    • Description:

      Short but substantial.
  7. Romane

    • Origin:

      French

    • Meaning:

      "a Roman"

    • Description:

      The feminine version of the newly-stylish Roman -- and the longer form of the also-newly-stylish Romy -- would make a girls' choice that achieves that near-impossible balance of being both original and fashionable. This variation is far superior to Romaine, which is too lettuce-y.
  8. Reika

    • Origin:

      Japanese

    • Meaning:

      "beautiful flower"

    • Description:

      Lovely Japanese choice that would translate well cross-culturally.
  9. Roan

    • Origin:

      Variation of Rowan, Irish and Scottish, Frisian, English word name

    • Meaning:

      "little redhead; rowan tree; raven; animal with a coat of two interspersed colors"

    • Description:

      Historically more popular for boys and generally less familiar than its sound-alike Rowan, Roan is a name with multiple meanings, origins, and pronunciations. Given to less than 10 girls back in 2023, time will tell if singer-songwriter Chappell Roan has brought the name more exposure.
  10. Raanana

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "beautiful, fresh"

    • Description:

      Lovely Hebrew name with distinctive double a's, but beware of possible "banana" teasing.
  11. Rai

    • Origin:

      Japanese

    • Meaning:

      "next child"

    • Description:

      Distinctive and intriguing relative of Rae.
  12. Raja

    • Origin:

      Arabic and Sanskrit

    • Meaning:

      "hope; ruler"

    • Description:

      Raja is a widely-used Arabic or Sanskrit name that works for girls as well as boys. Five baby girls were named Raja and seven given the Rajah spelling in the US last year, where for boys the popularity of the spellings was reversed: 18 Raja to ten Rajah.
  13. Robine

    • Origin:

      French feminization of Robin, English

    • Meaning:

      "bright fame"
  14. Rhodos

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "rose"

    • Description:

      Rhodos was the wife of Helios, the Greek god of the Sun, in Greek mythology. The Greek island of Rhodes is named for her.
  15. Rhapso

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "to sew"

    • Description:

      In Greek mythology, Rhapso was a nymph associated with stitching. Sewing was a common motif in Ancient Greece, used as a metaphor for the thread of life.
  16. Rishona

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "first"

    • Description:

      A possible alternative to the better-known Shoshona.
  17. Rufa

    • Description:

      Rufa is a feminine name with ancient Roman origins. It derives from the Latin word 'rufus' meaning 'red-haired' or 'red-headed.' Historically, it was used as a descriptive nickname or cognomen in Roman times for women with reddish hair. The name has seen continued usage in Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese-speaking regions, though it remains relatively uncommon. Rufa has a classic, simple elegance with its two syllables and straightforward pronunciation. While never reaching mainstream popularity in English-speaking countries, the name has endured through centuries and maintains appeal for parents seeking a distinctive yet historically grounded name with Latin roots. Its connection to the natural trait of red hair gives it an organic, descriptive quality.
  18. Rumer

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "fame, braggart"

    • Description:

      Demi and Bruce made waves when they named their now-grown firstborn after novelist Rumer Godden; a possible downside is its connection with the word rumor. English author Godden was actually born Margaret, with Rumer (a family surname) as her middle name
  19. Rowdy

    • Origin:

      American word name

    • Description:

      A quintessentially American name, Rowdy has a number of notable wearers, including Rowdy Yates, Clint Eastwood's character on the television show Rawhide, and Olympic swimmer Rowdy Gaines.

      As a word, rowdy entered the lexicon in the early 1800s to describe backwoodsmen living on the fringes of society.

  20. Reia

    • Description:

      Reia is a feminine name with multiple possible origins, giving it rich cross-cultural significance. In Japanese, Reia (麗愛) can mean 'lovely love' or 'beautiful affection,' depending on the kanji characters used. It also resembles Rhea from Greek mythology, who was a Titaness and mother of Zeus, Poseidon, and Hades. Additionally, Reia could be considered a variant of Raya, which has Hebrew and Arabic roots meaning 'friend' or 'companion.' This multicultural name remains relatively uncommon in Western countries but has seen modest increased usage in recent decades as parents seek distinctive names with international appeal. Its brevity and melodic quality make it accessible across language barriers, while its various meaningful associations offer depth beyond its simple, beautiful sound.