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Boy Dog Names That Start With R

  1. Ryuu

    • Origin:

      Japanese

    • Meaning:

      "dragon"

    • Description:

      An auspicious choice connected to dragons. English speakers will have difficulty pronouncing this name in Japanese — it's all one syllable, with barely any emphasis on the R sound.
  2. Runar

    • Origin:

      Norwegian and Icelandic

    • Meaning:

      "warrior of lore"

    • Description:

      Despite its ancient sound and meaning, this is a relatively modern coinage from two ancient Norse elements. A strong and striking choice.
  3. Rubin

    • Description:

      Rubin is a masculine name of Germanic and Yiddish origin that developed as a variant of Reuben or directly from the gemstone ruby. The name derives from the Latin 'rubinus' meaning 'red,' referring to the precious stone. In Jewish traditions, it connects to the biblical Reuben, Jacob's firstborn son, whose name means 'behold, a son' in Hebrew. Rubin has moderate popularity in German-speaking countries and among Jewish communities. As a surname-turned-first-name, it carries an intellectual, distinguished quality. The gemstone association gives Rubin connotations of value and brilliance. While less common than the spelling 'Reuben' in English-speaking countries, Rubin offers a concise, distinctive alternative with rich cultural heritage.

  4. Rayden

    • Origin:

      Modern invented name

    • Description:

      Rayden is yet another example of the dozens of new boys' names with the 'aden' sound.
  5. Reito

    • Origin:

      Japanese

    • Meaning:

      "beautiful or dark moon"

    • Description:

      This handsome Japanese name has dozens of possible meanings, depending on the kanji characters used.
  6. Robinet

    • Origin:

      French diminutive of Robin, English

    • Meaning:

      "bright fame"
  7. Rustyn

    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Ruston, English

    • Meaning:

      "rush town"

    • Description:

      A contemporary spelling of the English surname Ruston, Rustyn originally referred to someone who lived in a marshy town where grass-like rush plants grew. In 2024, however, it became a fast rising choice for boys in the US when it was given to 70 babies, compared to just 12 the year prior. In fact nearly a quarter of all Rustyns born in the US were born in 2024.
  8. Rust

    • Origin:

      Color name or short form of Russell

    • Description:

      Rust is one of the few color names for boys, sometimes short for Russell. As a diminutive for Russell, it's much more modern and cooler than Rusty. Whether you use it as a nickname or it stands on its own, the meaning refers to the color red.
  9. Raanan

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "fresh, luxuriant"

    • Description:

      This strong name and its variations are well used in Israel.
  10. Rudo

    • Origin:

      Shona

    • Meaning:

      "love"

    • Description:

      In the Shona language of souther Africa, this simple and wearable boys' name means love.
  11. Rebop

    • Origin:

      Word name

    • Description:

      Chosen by one musician, Todd Rundgren, for his son, but unlikely to be emulated by others.
  12. Rudd

    • Origin:

      English surname

    • Meaning:

      "red or ruddy"

    • Description:

      The surname Rudd, made most famous by Antman actor Paul, derives from the words ruddy or red and may have originally been given to someone with a reddish complexion.
  13. Rusk

    • Origin:

      Scottish

    • Meaning:

      "marsh, bog"
  14. Romney

    • Origin:

      Welsh

    • Meaning:

      "winding river"

    • Description:

      With the fashion for all names Rom, this strong surname with ties to Old Master painter George has new possibilities. Obviously, it now has more political associations than artistic.
  15. Raushan

    • Origin:

      Kazakh, Bengali

    • Meaning:

      "light, rose"

    • Description:

      KAzakh and Bengali form of Roshan, also coinciding with the Kazakh word for "rose".
  16. Ring

    • Origin:

      Word name

    • Description:

      Cool and casual, a la humorist Ring (born Ringgold. ) Lardner.
  17. Richie

    • Origin:

      Short form of Richard

    • Description:

      Richie was once a popular enough nickname for Richard that it made the Top 1000 all by itself. It's seriously out of style now -- though still a better choice than Dick or even Ricky.
  18. Ruiseart

    • Origin:

      Scottish Gaelic

    • Meaning:

      "brave ruler"

    • Description:

      Scottish Gaelic form of Richard, also found as Risteard.
  19. Riku

    • Description:

      Riku is a Japanese masculine name with a rich cultural background. It typically means 'land' or 'shore,' though depending on the kanji characters used, it can have various interpretations such as 'clever' or 'beneficial.' The name is popular in Japan and has gained some international recognition due to its appearance in video games, particularly the Kingdom Hearts series. Riku is appreciated for its simplicity, pleasing sound, and straightforward pronunciation. It has a modern feel while maintaining traditional Japanese roots. While primarily used for boys, Riku occasionally appears as a unisex name in some contexts.

  20. Radburn

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "reedy stream"

    • Description:

      Upper-crusty surname name.