Booker and Author are being used as names (the former is best known care of Booker T Washington), so why not Reader? Reader certainly fits in with both these and other "doing" names like Ryder, Brewer, Fifer, Miller and Cooper.

Sleek and cool, Reeves is the plural form of the Medieval occupation name, once associated with a local official who enforced feudal obligations, whose role may be equated to that of a sheriff or bailiff. In a recent year, Reeves doubled in popularity when it was given to 67 boys (and 13 girls) compared to 33 the year prior. This may be down to its similarity to Reese and Reid, and to Brooks and Banks.

Reginale is an uncommon masculine name likely derived from the Latin 'regalis,' meaning 'royal' or 'kingly.' It appears to be a variation of the more familiar Reginald, which comes from the Old Germanic name Raginald, combining elements meaning 'advice' and 'power.' The addition of the final 'e' gives Reginale a somewhat softer, perhaps French-influenced sound while maintaining its regal associations. This name has never entered mainstream popularity charts, making it an extremely rare choice. Reginale might appeal to parents seeking a name with noble connotations but wanting something more distinctive than traditional alternatives. Potential nicknames include Reggie, Regi, or Nale, offering versatility despite the name's formal nature.

A surname that could become a first, an alternate to the already-taken REGIS.

A very unusual biblical name, Rei was one of David's most loyal supporters.

This handsome Japanese name has dozens of possible meanings, depending on the kanji characters used.

The name of the most renowned of the Old Masters is a potential option for families who put an emphasis on the creative. Rembrandt Peale was a member of the Peale family of painters, all named for famous artists.

Remus is one of the legendary twins who, with brother Romulus, founded Rome. An unusual yet classic name for the extremely adventurous who can put aside the stereotyped image of Uncle Remus. Though because of that "ream" first syllable, we prefer Romulus.

A very popular unisex name in Japan, Ren is a concise and versatile choice that could work across multiple languages. A rising star in England and Wales where it ranks in the Top 1000, it is also on the rise in the US where it was give to nearly 90 girls and 200 boys in a recent year.

Elegant and worldly.

Significant choice for an Easter-born child.

Now that Kenji is rising up the ranks, it's only a matter of time before parents discover Renji. Renji Abarai is a character in the anime series Bleach, in which the kanji used for his name mean "second love" or "second romance."

Straightforward but very unusual choice, deriving from a place-name in Italy. Renon is a city in South Tyrol. Its German name is Ritten, possibly associated with either the German word for a knight or a mounted warrior or with the Germanic element ragin meaning "counsel, advice", connecting it to Reynold, Rinaldo, Reynaud, and Reinhardt.

Rakish nickname able to stand on its own.

This soft-yet-sturdy Biblical name belonged to Moses’ father-in-law (also called Jethro) and was the second middle name of J.R.R. Tolkien.

A musical name with a cool and slightly edgy sound, Rhythm would fit in with Anthem, Lyric, Riff, and Drummer. First appearing in the US stats in the early 2000s, recent years have seen it given to around 90 babies, split 40:60 between boys and girls.

Director Ridley Scott and actress Daisy Ridley made this surname-style name familiar, and with its outdoorsy meaning and rugged yet preppy sound, it could blend in with Oakley, Reid, Riley, and Ridge. Some parents might be put of by the first syllable (as in, "get rid of" or "horrid" or "riddles"), but since Scarlett (scar), Colton (cult), and Titus all rank in the Top 400, it could still work for those looking for a standout last-name first name.

Has a legitimate first name history in its native land and an appealing meaning, but pronunciation is far from obvious.

This ancient name makes an intriguing alternative to River.

A variant of Estonian Riivo, of uncertain meaning, that fits right in with cool water names like River and Rio.