Arabic Names that Start With R
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Romina
Arabic
"from the land of the Christians"
This pretty name found in Spanish-speaking countries shares the diminutive of Romy—also spelled Romi—with Rosemary. It joined the US Top 1000 for the first time in 2015. Romina Arena is an…
Rayan
Arabic
"land that is lush and rich in water"
Popular Arabic name for boys and sometimes girls too, that's also a term of authority in India.
Radeyah
Arabic
"contented"
One of several similar names with a pleasant, intriguing sound.
Rafa
Arabic
"happiness, prosperity"
Sounds a bit like a shortening of Rafael or a condensation of Rafaela, but Rafa is a name in its own right. Whether you use it as a full name or a nickname, Rafa's casual coolness could allow it to…
Raidah
Arabic
"leader"
Rhythmic choice sometimes heard in Muslim families.
Rana
Arabic
"queenly"
A favorite in Near Eastern cultures, with a charming meaning.
Raja
Arabic and Sanskrit
"hope; ruler"
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…
Ranya
Ranya is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Arabic, it means 'delightful to look at' or 'she who looks good,' suggesting beauty and pleasing appearance. The name also has Sanskrit…
Raniyah
Arabic
"gazing"
Shy but sultry.
Rashida
Arabic
"righteous"
Rashida is an evocative and alluring name, currently represented by Rashida Jones, daughter of Peggy Lipton and Quincy Jones, who has been featured in The Office, Parks & Recreation, and The Social…
Rabiah
Arabic
"spring"
Rhythmic name suitable for a girl born in a springtime month.
Rabi
Arabic
"springtime"
Not to be confused with Rabbi (a Jewish leader, scholar, and teacher), Rabi is an Arabic name meaning "springtime", that also appears as Rabih and Rabeeh. It can also be used as a variation of Ravi,…
Rahim
Arabic
"empathetic, merciful"
To Muslims, an auspicious name.
Rafi
Arabic, diminutive of Rafiq; Spanish, diminutive of Rafael
Most people will assoicate it with the well-known children's singer.
Rafiq
Arabic
"friend, companion, gentle, kind"
Confident Middle Eastern choice. Children will relate to the Rafiki form via the wise guru in Disney's "The Lion King."
Rashad
Arabic
"having good judgment"
In the US, Rashad is one of the most popular and best-known Arabic names, through several sports and entertainment celebrities.
Rashid
Arabic
"righteous, rightly advised"
This is a widely used Arabic choice — but Rashad is more popular here. Actress Rashida Jones represents the feminine version.
Riyad
Arabic place-name
"gardens"
The capital of Saudi Arabia makes a difficult first name.
Rima
Arabic; Lithuaniian
"white antelope; to calm down, to quieten"
Nature girl played by Audrey Hepburn in "Green Mansions," it now has an old-style bohemian feel.
Rabia
Arabic
"spring"
Thought to be one of the ten angels who accompanies the sun on its daily course: a lovely image redolent of mythology. If you're looking for names that mean new beginnings , this makes an unusual and…