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French From Latin
"russet"
Roux, a color name meaning russet or reddish brown, is a possible middle name for your little auburn-haired babe, though a post-Hunger Games child would more likely be called Rue. Roux is also a…
French and German
"famous throughout the land"
Rollin is a masculine name with related to the more familiar Roland. It might also be derived from an Old French surname meaning 'little roll' or 'small land.' Used in English-speaking countries…
Rosette is a delicate feminine name with French origins, functioning as a diminutive form of Rose. It literally means 'little rose,' referring to the small, rose-shaped decoration or ribbon…
French
"queen"
This regal French name is a descendant of the Latin Regina, as is the Spanish Reina. Reine is also a male name in Scandinavia.
English
"citizen of Rome"
Originally a surname deriving from the Roman twin Romulus, this attractive name was introduced to the English-speaking world as a first name by painter Augustus John who used it for his son. Romilly…
Variation of Renee
"reborn"
This name is hanging on as Renee, thanks to Ms. Zellweger, and in newer forms Renae and Renny.
"kingly"
Venerable old saint's name now associated solely with talk show host Philbin, who is constantly seeking namesakes. It comes from the word rex meaning "king". It could also be considered a place name,…
Combination of Rose and Elle
Most contemporary parents would probably opt for the more streamlined Elle.
River name or variation of Roan
"flowing; raven"
Ro- names are on trend, with Rowan, Romy, Rosemary Rosalie, and Rory in the US charts, but how about this rare option? Rhone may derive from the name of a river in southeastern France, that takes its…
Romanette is a feminine name that serves as a diminutive or feminine form of Roman. With French-inspired construction, it combines 'Roman' with the feminine diminutive suffix '-ette,' creating a name…
Romanade is an extremely rare feminine name with unclear etymology, possibly created as a modern invention combining elements of 'Roman' with a feminine suffix. It might have been inspired by words…
Regia is a feminine name with Latin origins, derived from 'regius' meaning 'royal' or 'regal.' This connection to royalty gives the name an inherent sense of dignity and elegance. While relatively…
"a Roman"
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…
In this country, likely to conjure up visions of leafy lettuce.
"little queen"
Reinette was the childhood nickname of Madame La Pompadour, perhaps a cute short form for Regina or Reina but hardly worthy of the full name on the birth certificate today.
Ramonde is a feminine name with French and Germanic roots. It's the feminine form of Raymond, which combines the Germanic elements 'ragin' (advice, counsel) and 'mund' (protection). While less common…
Rolande is a feminine name of French origin, representing the female form of Roland. The name derives from Germanic elements meaning 'fame' and 'land,' suggesting someone of renowned courage or a…
French from Latin
While the usual French word for queen is Reine, Régine is the francisized version of Regina.
French feminization of Robin, English
"bright fame"
Feminine variation of Robin
Heard in Scotland, not in Schenectady.