This list includes 35 Egyptian girl names that start with R, from “Rabab” to “Ruwayda”. It features common modern names alongside older Coptic and ancient Egyptian influences.
Egyptian girl names that start with R are female given names used in Egypt and Arabic-speaking communities. Many carry poetic, religious, or historic meanings tied to Arabic, Coptic, or ancient Egyptian roots.
Below you’ll find the table with Name (Latin), Arabic script, Pronunciation, Meaning, Origin, Variant spellings, and Notes/Popularity.
Name (Latin): This shows the Latin-alphabet form so you can read, sort, and compare names quickly.
Arabic script: The original Arabic spelling helps you match records and understand pronunciation cues.
Pronunciation: Simple phonetic guidance shows you how to say each name with common sounds and stress.
Meaning: A concise meaning gives you the name’s core idea or image for personal or creative use.
Origin: Origin notes whether the name comes from Arabic, Coptic, ancient Egyptian, or mixed linguistic roots.
Variant spellings: Common alternative spellings help you find records, match family usage, or choose preferred orthography.
Notes/Popularity: Short notes and popularity cues show current use, regional preference, and cultural associations.
Egyptian girl names that start with R
| Name | Arabic | Pronunciation | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rania | رانيا | RAH-nee-ah | gazing, attentive |
| Reem | ريم | REEM | gazelle |
| Rim | ريم | REEM | gazelle (short form) |
| Rima | ريما | REE-ma | white antelope; gazelle |
| Rasha | رشا | RAH-sha | young gazelle |
| Rahma | رحمة | RAH-ma | mercy |
| Rahima | رحيمة | rah-HEE-ma | merciful, compassionate |
| Rahaf | رهف | RA-haf | delicacy, gentleness |
| Radwa | رضوى | RAD-wa | contentment, satisfaction |
| Razan | رزان | RA-zan | composed, dignified |
| Reham | ريهام | RE-ham | light rain, drizzle |
| Rihab | رحاب | REE-hab | wide open spaces, vastness |
| Ruba | ربى | ROO-ba | hill, high ground |
| Rouba | روبا | ROO-ba | hill; variant of Ruba |
| Rola | رولا | RO-la | modern given name (no ancient meaning) |
| Rula | رولا | ROO-la | modern given name |
| Ruqayya | رقيّة | roo-KAI-yah | gentle, to rise; Prophet’s daughter |
| Rabia | رابعة | RA-bee-ah | fourth; spring; saint’s name |
| Rabab | رباب | RA-bab | bowed musical instrument; sometimes ‘cloud’ |
| Rawan | روان | RO-wan | flowing, soft; river-like |
| Rawda | روضة | RAW-da | garden, meadow |
| Rawya | راوية | rah-WEE-ya | storyteller, narrator |
| Randa | راندا | RAN-da | a shrub or fragrant tree (uncertain) |
| Rana | رنا | RA-na | to gaze, look |
| Rayhana | ريحانة | RAY-ha-na | fragrant plant, basil |
| Remas | ريماس | RE-mas | white stone, shining pebble |
| Ruwayda | رويدة | roo-WEI-da | gentle, small steps |
| Ritaj | ريتاج | ri-TAJ | gate of the Kaaba; sanctuary |
| Raghda | رغدة | RAGH-da | luxury, ease, comfort |
| Rukhsana | رخسانا | rookh-SA-na | beautiful, radiant (Persian/Turkic) |
| Rufaida | رفيدة | ru-FAY-da | small basket; helper (historical nurse) |
| Rashida | رشيدة | ra-SHEE-da | rightly guided, mature |
| Raziya | راضية | ra-ZEE-ya | content, satisfied |
| Raya | رايا | RAH-ya | banner; beloved (variant uses) |
| Rawya | راوية | RA-wee-ya | storyteller, narrator (alternative) |