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Sanskrit Names that Start With R

Updated October 2026

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There are 24 Sanskrit names that start with the letter R for boys and girls, including Rishi, Rudra, Rudransh, Rina, Ram, Rania, Rani, Rama, Raga, Rohana, Rupin, Ratna, Ritu, Rajani, Rudvik, Ramana, Ranie, Ranee, Rishi, and Rajiv.

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Rishi
Sanskrit
"sage"
A number of stylish Indian names are making their way to the US mainstream, including wise Rishi. In Hindu mythology, the Rishis are sages and seers; in modern times, Rishi Rich is a popular…
Rudra
Sanskrit
"the roarer"
Rudra is a lively Sanskrit name meaning "roaring", "howling", and "crying", though it is occasionally interpreted as meaning "frightening and fierce one". A popular boy name in Nepal, and India, it…
Rudransh
Hindi, Sanskrit
"part of Rudra"
A Hindi boy name, Rudransh combines the element ansh meaning "part of" with the deity name, Rudra, associated with wind, storms, hunting, and medicine, and is sometimes used as an epithet or…
Rina
European diminutive of Catherine, Hebrew, Sanskrit, Japanese
"pure; joy, singing; melted; white jasmine"
One of those short, punchy names with its roots in a variety of different cultures and languages, Rina is sister to names like Mina, Mira, Lina, and Nina. Retro in feel, but never overused in the US,…
Ram
Arabic, Sanskrit, Hebrew
"archer; pleasing; exalted"
One of the most familiar, and assertive, names found throughout the Middle East and India, Ram has an assertive and solid air about it. Derived from a number of different origins, in English speaking…
Rania
Arabic, Greek
"to gaze, to look; heavenly"
As an Arabic name, Rania is a variation of Raniya, ultimately derived from the Arabic word ranā meaning "to gaze" or "side look". Other descendants of this root include Ranya and Rana itself.…
Rani
Hindi, Hebrew
"queen; she is singing"
Rani, alternatively spelled Ranee, is the female equivalent of Raja in Hindi. In many Indo-Aryan languages it can mean "queen" or "lady". The Hebrew version is used for both genders in modern Israel.…
Rama
Sanskrit
"lofty"
This name of a revered Hindu deity is heard in several cultures.
Raga
Sanskrit, musical term
"color or melody"
Raga is musical, yes, but that 'rag' syllable worries us.
Rohana
Sanskrit
"sandalwood"
A multicultural choice with a variety of meanings, Rohana could make an interesting alternative to Johanna, Rosanna, Rowan, Rowena, or Roshan. It may be considered a variation of the Hindi Rohan,…
Rupin
Sanskrit
"handsome"
Rupin is one of those names that is virtually unknown in the Western world and yet is easily translated because it feels so familiar -- parts Rupert, Robin, and Reuben. A handsome choice.
Ratna
Hindi, Indonesian, Sanskrit
"jewel, treasure"
Short and snappy with an appealing meaning, Ratna is a Hindi name, derived from a Sanskrit word meaning "jewel" or "treasure". While some English speakers may be put off by the "rat" beginning, in…
Ritu
Hindi, Bengali, Sanskrit
"season, time period"
A short but sweet name used among Hindi, Marathi, and Bengali speakers, Ritu comes from Sanskrit, and refers to a season or time period. Most literally, it translates to "order or course of things",…
Rajani
Sanskrit
"dark, of the night"
Lots of charm.
Rudvik
Sanskrit
"fierce, roaring, howling + growth, progress"
A sleek, concise choice, Rudvik made its debut in the US stats in 2025 when it was given to 33 boys — in turn, placing it among the top debuts of the year. Rudvik is possibly derived from the…
Ramana
Sanskrit
"beautiful"
Has a sound as lovely as its meaning.
Ranie
Ranie is a gentle feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variant spelling of Rainie or Rainey, connecting it to rain and suggesting a fresh, natural quality. Alternatively, it…
Ranee
Ranee is a feminine name derived from the Sanskrit word 'rani' meaning 'queen' or 'princess.' It represents the female equivalent of 'raja' (king) and has been used as a title for the wife of a raja…
Rishi
Sanskrit
"sage"
Wise, with vivacity.
Rajiv
Sanskrit
"striped"
Known here via the son of Indira Gandhi, who himself became prime minister of India.

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