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Remo
Italian variation of Remus, Latin
"twin"
With its stylish -o ending and similarity to the likes of Remy, Rio, and Leo, this Italian name could make an appealing and distinctive choice. A variation of Remus, it is associated with Roman…
Rhydderch
Rhydderch is a masculine Welsh name with ancient Celtic roots. It derives from the elements 'rhudd' meaning 'red' or 'crimson' and 'derch' meaning 'splendid' or 'magnificent.' Historically, it was…
Ridder
Ridder is a masculine name with Germanic and Dutch origins, literally meaning 'knight' or 'rider' in these languages. Historically used as an occupational surname for horsemen or knights, its…
Riese
Riese is a masculine name of German origin, derived from the word 'riese' meaning 'giant' or 'enormous one.' It embodies strength, power, and an impressive presence. The name can also be connected to…
Ripp
Spelling variation of Rip, Dutch
"strength, might"
Ripp removes this name one step from its violent meaning.
Rodney
English
"island near the clearing"
Rodney peaked at Number 33 in 1965 and has been on a steady decline ever since. As its popularity history indicates, this name is more fitting for someone born in the mid-twentieth century instead of…
Rodriguez
Spanish
"son of Rodrigo"
Common Spanish surname that can work as a first.
Roper
English
"rope maker"
Cowboyish occupational name that's one of the hottest choices below the Top 1000, increasing in rank more than 5000 places since the year 2000. Roper may not be a unique choice much longer.
Rumo
Cornish
"red"
Ancient martyr name that sounds totally modern, but perhaps too close to rumor.
Sadler
English
"saddle-maker"
Sadler is another new entrant in the trendy occupational surname category, one particularly prime for a horse lover.
Shah
Shah is a masculine name of Persian origin that means 'king' or 'ruler.' Historically, it was used as a title for the monarchs of Iran (Persia) until the 20th century. As a personal name, Shah…
Shale
Word name
Slate, Stone and Steel are on the rise, so why not Shale?
Sill
Sill is a masculine name with multiple possible origins. It may have developed as a short form of names containing the syllable 'Sil' such as Silvester, Silas, or Sylvanus. Alternatively, it could…
Sims
English surname derived from Simon
"the listener"
Sims is a medieval English surname, also found in Ireland and Scotland, that has many variations all deriving from the Hebrew Biblical name Simon. Sims is a simple, straightforward, yet…
Sixten
Norse
"stone of victory"
Nope, not a misspelling of Sexton or a number name. This Old Norse name is actually a name denoting victory and in the Swedish Top 100..
Slade
English
"from the valley"
Evoking the image of a shady glen, Slade could make a distinctive middle name. It entered the Top 1000 in 2007, and has been seen as a character name on the TV show "Smallville." It's also a name…
Sorley
Irish from Old Norse
"a summer sailor"
Sorley is an anglicization of the Irish name Somhairle, itself derived from the Old Norse Sumarliði , a nickname for a summer traveler (perhaps meaning a viking raider!). It is sometimes used as a…
Sroel
Sroel is a rare masculine name that serves as a Yiddish variant of Israel. The name Israel has deep biblical roots, originating from Hebrew meaning 'one who struggles with God' or 'God contends.'…
Struan
Gaelic
"stream"
A strong, eminently usable which is currently highly fashionable in its native Scotland, but little known elsewhere. With its cool two-syllable, n-ending shape and attractive nature meaning, Struan…
Sutter
English surname and occupational name
"shoemaker"
Sutter is a new entry to the fashionable class of occupational surnames, brought to the fore by the hero of the 2013 indie film The Spectacular Now. More masculine than Sutton and more distinctive…