Pet Names · Dog Names
6000+ Dog Names
Across 370 pages
of 370
Rudyard
English
"red enclosure"
Often thought of as a one-peson name because of Jungle Book writer Kipling, this was actually his middle name. He was middle-named for Rudyard Lake in Staffordshire, the beauty of which inspired his…
Rue
Botanical names or word name
"herb; regret"
Rue has gone from Golden Girls actress to Hunger Games heroine to a fresh alternative to beloved middle name Rose. This botanical name is also a coincidental double word name, meaning "regret" in…
Rueben
Rueben is a masculine name representing an alternative spelling of Reuben, which derives from Hebrew origins meaning 'behold, a son.' In the Bible, Reuben was the eldest son of Jacob and Leah, giving…
Rufa
Rufa is a feminine name with ancient Roman origins. It derives from the Latin word 'rufus' meaning 'red-haired' or 'red-headed.' Historically, it was used as a descriptive nickname or cognomen in…
Rufina
Latin
"red-haired"
A feminine form of Rufus, which has potential in the current trend for ancient Roman names.
Rufo
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…
Rufus
Latin
"red-head"
Rufus is a rumpled, redheaded (it was the nickname for red-haired King William) ancient Roman name popular with saints and singers (e.g. Rufus Wainwright); now, Rufus is on the cutting edge of cool.…
Rugby
English
"rook fortress"
Rough and sporty, but too specific.
Ruger
German surname
"renowned spear"
Ruger is a German surname most famous as a gun name, which explains its popularity as a baby name in the US. If Cannon, Gunner, and Pistol are your type of name, you might like Ruger -- but we're not…
Ruhi
Sanskrit
"ascending"
Ruhi is a charming, rapidly rising girl name used in Hindu culture. Its meaning refers to spiritual ascension and is mentioned in sacred Vedic texts including the Mahabharata and Rigveda. As a…
Rui
Portuguese diminutive of Rodrigo
"famous ruler"
This charming mini name began life as a nickname for Rodrigo but has since taken on a life of its own, ranking as an independent name in Portugal, it’s country of origin. If you’re looking to honor a…
Ruiseart
Scottish Gaelic
"brave ruler"
Scottish Gaelic form of Richard, also found as Risteard.
Rukmini
Sanskrit
"adorned with gold"
A beautiful name from Hindu legend borne by a princess who became the wife of Krishna.
Rule
Word name
Stricter than Peace or Justice.
Rumble
English word name
"deep, resonant sound"
Model Lucky Blue Smith welcomed daughter Rumble Honey in 2020, introducing a new name to the pool and putting it among the craziest celebrity baby names of the year. We don't see Rumble inspiring…
Rumer
English
"fame; gossip, story"
Celebs Demi Moore and Bruce Willis made waves in the 80s when they named their now-grown daughter after novelist Rumer Godden. The author was actually born Margaret, with family surname Rumer as her…
Rumi
Japanese
"beauty, flow, lapis lazuli"
Rumi is a Japanese girl name, with a sweet yet substantial sound. Reminiscent of other popular choices in the West — think Ruby, Remy, and Romy — it is currently achieving more notice thanks to…
Rumi
Japanese
"beauty, flow, lapis lazuli"
While Rumi has received attention in the contemporary US as the name of Beyonce and Jay-Z's young daughter, it's most famously the name of a (male)13th century Muslim mystic and poet. The most famous…
Rumo
Cornish
"red"
Ancient martyr name that sounds totally modern, but perhaps too close to rumor.
Sao
Greek
"the rescuer"
In Greek mythology, Sao was one of the 50 Nereids, daughters of the sea god Nereus. A moon of Neptune is named in her honor.