287 Admirable Arabic Baby Boy Names Starting With R

Arabic boy names starting with R reflect virtues and noble qualities and have deep-rooted cultural and religious significance. R, the eighteenth letter of the Latin and English alphabets, ranks as the eighth most common English letter and fourth most frequent consonant. In Islamic culture, names starting with R are rich in spiritual symbolism and highlight the themes of salvation, redemption, and sacrifice.

Commonly chosen for their melodic sound and profound meanings, these Arabic boy names highlight parents’ hopes and dreams for their child’s future. For instance, Rashid, meaning ‘rightly guided,’ emphasize wisdom and righteousness; Rafiq, meaning ‘a kind friend,’ highlights the values of friendship and loyalty; and Raheem, meaning ‘one who is compassionate and merciful,’ reflects one of the virtuous attributes held in high regard in Islam.

Explore our comprehensive list, and give your son a name to inspire and empower him. You may choose a name based on its meaning, sound, or familial significance.

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Name		Gender	Meaning
Rafael		Boy	God has healed
Raheem		Boy	Kind; Compassionate; Merciful; Tenderhearted
Rashad		Boy	To be on the right path; Good sense; Good guidance
Rihaan		Boy	Good scent; Fragrance; Basil
Rasheed		Boy	Thinker; Counselor; Rightly guided
Rakeem		Boy	Kind; Compassionate
Rahim		Boy	Kind; Merciful; Compassionate
Ridhaan		Boy	Great heart; God's gift
Rehan		Boy	Basil
Rashid		Boy	Rightly guided; Having true faith; The high one
Ramy		Boy	Archer; Shooter; Thrower; Counsel's protection; High father
Rashaad		Boy	Good sense or guidance; Right path or religion
Ridwan		Boy	Grace; Pleasure; Satisfaction
Rayhan		Boy	Favored by God
Rafi		Boy	God heals; Noble; High; Sublime
Rigel		Boy	Foot
Rakim		Boy	Kind and compassionate person
Ramzi		Boy	Sign; Mark; Symbol; Gesture; Reserved; Demure; Quiet
Rishan		Boy	A good human being; Strong; Lord Shiva
Raghib		Boy	Seeking; Aspiring; Desirous
Ryzen		Unisex	To gain benefit in the business
Raja		Boy	King; Ruler; Hope
Rivan		Boy	Silver; Musical; Star; Basil
Ramel		Unisex	Magic; Divination
Rahman		Boy	Gracious; Merciful; Lord
Rahsaan		Boy	Compassionate; Vigilant
Rehaan		Boy	One of good scent, or fragrance
Raffi		Boy	God heals; Noble; Exalter
Rad		Boy	Thunder; Honest; Bounteous; Wheel; Advice
Rafay		Boy	Exalter; Glorifier; Raiser
Rafiq		Boy	Friend; Gentle; Companion; Good-mannered
Rashaud		Boy	A variant of Rashad, meaning counselor
Raees		Boy	Leader; Chief; Master; Head; Boss
Raad		Boy	A scout; A pioneer; Return; Oppose; Fight
Ramadan		Boy	Ninth month in muslim calendar; Parchedness; Scorching heat; Glowing
Rabi		Boy	Springtime; Sun; A gentle breeze
Riyad		Boy	Land with beautiful grass and flowers; Meadows; Gardens
Rawad		Girl	Leader; Prosperous
Raayan		Unisex	Watered; Luxuriant; Plentiful; Heaven's flower
Raed		Boy	Pioneer; Pathfinder; Leader; Guide
Ramzy		Boy	Sign; Mark; Symbol; Gesture; Reserved; Demure; Quiet
Raef		Unisex	Kind; Gentle; Compassionate; Soft-hearted
Riad		Boy	Meadows; Gardens; Land with beautiful grass and flowers
Raif		Boy	Compassionate; Kind; Affectionate; Benign; Sympathetic; Merciful
Ramiz		Boy	Wise; Dignified; Intelligent; One who communicates well
Rashaan		Boy	Counsellor; God is gracious
Rasheem		Boy	Light
Riaz		Boy	Meadows; Gardens; Land with beautiful grass and flowers
Rashod		Boy	One who has good guidance
Raza		Boy	Contentment; Satisfaction
Rafsan		Unisex	Light; Brightness; Intelligence
Rashed		Boy	Rightly guided
Rashied		Boy	One who is on the right path
Raashid		Boy	One what is rightly guided
Raahil		Boy	One who departs for a journey; Traveler; Guide; Ewe
Rayhaan		Boy	A sweet-smelling flower that brings comfort
Ridha		Boy	Contentment; Satisfaction; Acceptance
Ridhan		Girl	Great heart; God's gift
Rasheid		Boy	One who is rightly advised
Rahiem		Boy	Compassionate; Kind
Rubani		Unisex	A pilot
Rameez		Boy	Symbolize; Sign; One who communicates well; Intelligent
Radames		Boy	Returning visitor; Moon; Sun; Son of Ra
Ramey		Boy	Happy; joyous; Archer; Shooter
Rishad		Boy	Right path
Radwan		Boy	Pleasure; Satisfaction
Ramzey		Boy	Reserved; Demure; Quiet
Ridhwan		Boy	Satisfaction; Contentment
Rachid		Boy	One who is well guided by faith
Rajab		Boy	Seventh month of the islamic calendar; Respect; Awe
Rehman		Boy	Merciful; King; Gracious; Lord
Rasool		Boy	Messenger; Prophet
Ramez		Unisex	Sign; Symbolize; Noble; Wise
Rashidi		Boy	Rightly guided; Well-guided; Name of a dynasty
Rayshard		Boy	A righteous and brave ruler
Rachad		Boy	One who has good judgement
Rijad		Boy	Desert gardens
Rafeeq		Boy	Friend; Gentle; Companion; Good-mannered
Raahim		Boy	One who is compassionate; Kind
Rahyl		Boy	Traveller
Ramal		Boy	Sand; Geomancy; Divination; Magic
Rasul		Boy	To send or dispatch; Messenger; Prophet; Apostle
Raheen		Unisex	Grateful
Rayshod		Boy	A righteous man
Ramis		Boy	Sign; Symbolize
Rachard		Boy	Shrewd counsellor
Rafik		Boy	Friend; Gentle; Companion; Good-mannered
Ramazan		Boy	Ninth month in muslim calendar; Parchedness; Scorching heat; Glowing
Riyaz		Boy	Meadows; Gardens; Training; Practice
Rafid		Boy	Tributary; Supporter; Helper
Roam		Unisex	Swords made of the finest Indian steel; Horn; The wicked one
Rhashad		Boy	One whose judgement is great
Rakin		Boy	Poise; Confidence; Dignity; Firmness
Rohail		Boy	A traveler; Passenger; Noble
Rafat		Boy	One who shows kindness, compassion, and sympathy toward others
Radi		Boy	Satisfied; Pleased
Ramzan		Boy	Parched; Scorched; Fasting or holy month in Islam
Rifat		Boy	High rank; Lifted; Elated; Joyous
Roshad		Boy	Good sense; Good guidance
Rakeen		Boy	He who is dignified

Infographic: Arabic Baby Boy Names With The Letter R

Arabic culture is renowned for its history and values. It is deeply rooted in the Islamic faith and the diverse heritage of the Arab world. Arabic boy names with R offer a melodious sound and connect your child to a rich cultural and historical legacy. Explore some of the top choices for your little prince in the infographic below.

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