Boy Dog Names That Start With R

Rufo is a masculine name with Latin and Spanish origins, derived from the Roman name Rufus, meaning "red-haired" or "red-headed." This ancient name was relatively common in the Roman Empire and later spread throughout Europe. In Spanish-speaking countries, Rufo maintains its classical roots while offering a distinctive alternative to more common names. Though not widely used in contemporary naming, it carries a warm, friendly sound with its soft ending. Rufo has connections to various saints and historical figures, giving it a sense of timeless dignity. The name's brevity and straightforward pronunciation make it accessible across cultures while still maintaining its distinctive Mediterranean character.

A relatively popular Arabic and Sanskrit name, which has a great positive meaning no matter which origin you claim.

Rongo is a masculine Maori name stemming from both the name of a god and also the Maori word for peace, "rangimarie", which itself is occasionally used as a feminine name. Rongo was the name of the Maori god of cultivated food and of peace. In Maori culture the two ideas are closely linked - food can only be cultivated and plentiful when communities are at peace and working together. If Ringo, Rango and Rocco can get a look in, why not Rongo?

Used in Turkey, Georgia, Azerbaijan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan, this strong-sounding name belonged to a hero in Persian legend. Its derivation is unclear, but the consensus seems to be that it relates to the hero’s great size and strength, possibly from Avestan raodha "to grow" and takhma "strong, brave, valiant".

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

Coined in the 1940s: an acronym of "radio detection and ranging".

You've got the red-nosed reindeer to transcend, but there are other distinguished personages named Rudolph, Rudolf, and Rudy.

Inventive way to honor a redheaded ancestor, though most people would mispronounce it reeding, making it sound to some kids like a school assignment: Redding is a preferable spelling.

An Arabic name borne by Ali al-Ridha, a 9th-century Shia imam.

Rolando, along with brother name Orlando, are among the most attractive and appealing of Latinate names. It has been in the US Top 1000 every year since 1946.

An appealing Spanish surname that also works as an elaboration of cool nature name River.

Upper-crusty surname name.

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

Ragnarök is a great future battle foretold in Norse mythology, which will lead to the ultimate destruction of many key deities and the rebirth of the Earth and mankind. The word is newly familiar to many thanks to the 2017 Marvel Comics film "Thor: Ragnarok".

A rare, but certainly usable, Japanese name from the manga series Vampire Knight.