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Many people are drawn to the name Rose, but not everyone can agree on a single spelling. This list of 101 names will show you some alternate spellings for R names that may be perfect for your daughter!
Out of all the R names for girls, this list is going to tackle a few of the most popular. The first name on our list is Rose. But what if you don’t like that spelling? No worries! There are so many other spellings out there. Rhiannon, Rosalie, Rowan—the options are endless and really come down to personal preference when it comes to spelling your daughter’s name with an “R.”
If you take away anything from this post today, remember: You can always change up how you want her name spelled based on different letter combinations or just fits your own style better! And because we’re not limited by one single alphabet system in English (think about those French, German, and Spanish languages!), there are many more options than just R names for girls.
Next up on our list is Rachelle. There are a few different ways to spell this name with an “R,” too—Rebecca, Rebekah, Reina..the variety of spelling can depend on which country you’re from or what language it’s spelled in! Regardless of how the rest of your child’s name looks on paper, all three versions are beautiful choices that should be considered when picking out baby girl names.
Naming babies is so hard work-especially when coming up with striking first and last names that will suit them well as they grow into adulthood (and trying not to hang onto any crazy family traditions that would make them cringe later)! There are so many things to consider: does the name fit with the family’s culture, will it sound good alongside other siblings’ names?
If you’re struggling to find a name that fits all of these criteria and is still relatively unique (making your child more likely stand out in their future), then we have some suggestions for you! Below are 101 different variations on “R” girl names-some traditional favorites as well as less common choices. If one of these doesn’t suit your needs, there may be another spelling or variation listed right below it. The list includes both modern options like Rachelle and Rebekah, along with classic ones such as Reina and Regina. No matter what language you speak-or even if you don’t!-you’re sure to find the perfect name for your little girl.
The list includes both modern options like Rachelle and Rebekah, along with classic ones such as Reina and Regina. No matter what language you speak-or even if you don’t! -you’re sure to find the perfect name for your little girl.
101 Unusual Uses of R Names for Girls (cont.)
Evaluating names is an important task that many parents are faced with when they decide it’s time to start thinking about baby names.. The American Name Society recommends selecting a given name which sounds pleasing in English, will not be difficult to spell or pronounce, has meaning within the family, and is not too unusual.
A related fact that many people may be surprised about is that baby names are often given early in life but it’s also common to wait until a child has been born or at least close to being born before deciding on a name.. This can reduce pressure on parents who want their choice to feel right from the start–and because newborns change so much over time
-Amy -Amber -Annie
-Annabelle
-Arabella
-Arianna
-Arwen
-Audrey __ Ava (various spellings) Bailey Belle Bethany Brooke Callie Darcy Darcie Danielle Elise Emily Emma Francesca Grace Hannah Hayley Heather Holly Jenna Jacqueline Jillian Katelyn Katie Keely Kristin Lauren Lillian Maddison Meredith Molly Naomi Nicole Paige Rachel Riley Regan Shannon Stella Victoria Willow Zoey Zara Zelda Zoë __ Zyra” etc.
“Zariah, Zarina, Zhana, Zoya, Zoeira,” etc. Kamilla at the end of this list is not an R name but a Q name!
-Alyssa
-Amy “both A and M names”
-Amara, Amaris, Amaya, Ameera
-Ariana “or Riana or Rayna if you prefer something more traditional. This is the feminine form of ‘Rey’ meaning queen.” -Arissa (also spelled Aryssa) “this is a variation on Arianna that may sound less familiar to some people..” -Asherah [as in ancient goddess] Asiyah “another form of both Asiah and Ayasha but not as common as those two options”..etc.
This list includes unusual uses for all five letters in the English alphabet.
-Bella -Chelsea “C names are also appropriate here” -Chloe “you can use any C name that you like”..etc.
This list is not exhaustive but it does include unusual spellings of many common first and last names for girls, particularly those with an ‘R’ sound in them.
-Aliya (variation on Alyia) Amani (variation on Amina) Ariana or Riana Arissa Asherah Azura Brynn Callista Crisanta Danae Estelle Felicity Gwen Heddie Inez Iris Jeanette Kaleena Kinara Lina Lovith Marilee Nora Nuria Renata Rileigh Roselynn Rosetta Saideh Savanna Sybil Tracie Ursula Vivienne Xaria Zoey
This list is not exhaustive but it does include unusual spellings of many common first and last names for girls, particularly those with an ‘R’ sound in them. Examples: Aliyah (variation on Alyia) Amani (variation on Amina), Ariana or Riana Arissa Asherah Azura Brynn Callista Crisanta Danae Estelle Felicity Gwen Heddie Inez Iris Jeanette Kaleena Kinara Lina Lovith Marilee Nora Nuria Renata Rileigh Roselynn Rosetta Saideh Savanna Sybil Tracie Ursula Vivienne Xaria Zoey.
In the list below, we’ve included some names that are spelled with an ‘R’ but don’t actually contain a hard sound in them (‘Carleen’, for example). However, this is not exhaustive and all spellings of these feminine first and last names have been left out: Carolinda (Linda), Carleen (leaner), Charlise (Charles), Charlee or Sharliee (Charlie) Coralynn or Colaninni (Colin) Lauralee or Lavallee (Larry) etc. We’ll be exploring more unusual uses of R-named girls next week!
We hope you find this list helpful if you’re looking for a name that’s just different from the rest. And don’t forget to check back next week as we explore more unusual uses of R-named girls!
101 Unique Uses of ‘R’ Names for Girls: Therese, Tracie, Vivienne, Rosetta (Roselynn) etc.
Radish – Radishes are used in salads, garnishing dishes and can be pickled.
Raisin – Most raisins come from grapes that have been dried to prevent them from spoiling.
Ramen Noodles- Ramen is a Japanese dish made with wheat noodles in broth usually flavored with soy sauce or miso and contains toppings such as sliced pork, seaweed, green onion, boiled egg and sometimes other ingredients depending on the region of Japan it’s being consumed in. The word “ramen” means Chinese noodle which was introduced into Japan by way of Shanghai at around 1910. These days ramen has evolved so much that there are dozens of regional varieties including the Hakata Rachael: The name Rachael is Hebrew and means “pitiless, or merciful.” A great option for those with an open mind. Parents who want to show that they’re different than other parents will like this one. Rachelle: Similar to the meaning of Rachel, but more playful. This variant might be better suited as a nickname. Rebecca: A strong feminine biblical name perfect for someone who’s outgoing and confident in herself. Famous Beccas include Rebecca Black (the singer) and actress Jessica Biel . Rebekah: Rebekah has been around since the Bible days and remains popular today especially among Jewish families worldwide! It comes from the Hebrew word ‘rav
