This list includes 34 Egyptian boy names that start with R, from “Raafat” to “Rizk”. It spans modern Arabic choices and older Egyptian-influenced names useful for expectant parents, baby-name researchers, and cultural enthusiasts.

Egyptian boy names that start with R are male given names found in Egyptian Arabic and historical Egyptian sources. Many carry meanings tied to virtues, nature, or ancient elements, and some echo pharaonic names like “Ramesses”.

Below you’ll find the table with Name, Pronunciation, and Meaning.

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Pronunciation: A short guide to how the name sounds, helping you say it correctly and confidently.

Meaning: A brief definition or root meaning that explains cultural significance and helps you compare name options.

Egyptian boy names that start with R

Name Pronunciation Origin Meaning Description
Rami RA-mee Modern Arabic Archer; thrower Very common in Egypt; short, friendly name. Variants Ramy; widely used across generations.
Ramzi RAM-zee Modern Arabic Symbolic; sign Popular Egyptian name derived from “ramz” (symbol); used widely in modern families.
Ramez RA-mez Modern Arabic Symbolic; sign Egyptian variant spelling of Ramzi/Ramiz; familiar and commonly heard in media and daily life.
Raafat RAA-fat Modern Arabic Compassionate; kind Common Egyptian male name (also spelled Rafaat); conveys gentleness and empathy.
Raouf RA-ouf Modern Arabic Compassionate; merciful Frequent in Egypt; several spellings (Raouf, Rauf); carries a kindly connotation.
Rafi RA-fee Modern Arabic Exalted; noble Short name used in Egypt; can be independent or short for Rafeeq/Rafik.
Rafik RA-fik Modern Arabic Friend; companion Widely used by Muslims and Christians in Egypt; variant Rafeeq common in Arabic-speaking world.
Rafat RA-fat Modern Arabic Elevation; exalted Used in Egyptian names, related to Arabic root for raising or noble rank.
Rifat RI-fat Modern Arabic High rank; exalted Alternative transliteration of Rafat/Rifaat; appears among Egyptian male names.
Rashid RA-sheed Modern Arabic Rightly guided; mature Very common in Egypt; classic Arabic name with many regional spellings (Rashīd, Rashed).
Rashad RA-shad Modern Arabic Right judgment; good guidance Used in Egypt; distinct from Rashid though similar root meaning.
Rashed RA-shed Modern Arabic Guided; rightly directed Common Egyptian transliteration variant of Rashid; used as a given name.
Reda REH-da Modern Arabic Contentment; satisfaction Extremely popular in Egypt, spelled Reda or Reza; used across religious communities.
Rabee RA-bee Modern Arabic Spring (season) Common male name in Egypt (also spelled Rabie or Rabi); evokes renewal and youth.
Rajab RA-jab Modern Arabic Name of Islamic month Rajab Often used in Egypt (dialect form Ragab); a traditional male name linked to the sacred month.
Ramadan RA-ma-dan Modern Arabic Ninth Islamic month; fasting month Used as a masculine given name in Egypt; strong religious and cultural resonance.
Rayan RAY-an Modern Arabic Lush; gate of paradise Increasingly popular modern name in Egypt and the Arab world; pleasant, youthful sound.
Ridwan RID-wan Modern Arabic Pleasure; gatekeeper of paradise Religious connotations (angelic name); reasonably common in Egypt.
Raed RAH-ed Modern Arabic Pioneer; leader Often written Ra’ed or Raed in Egypt; suggests initiative and leadership.
Riyad REE-yad Modern Arabic Gardens Also spelled Riad; used as a masculine name in Egypt though less common than some others.
Ridha RID-ha Modern Arabic Consent; acceptance Variant spelling of Reda/Ridha; used by some Egyptian families, especially among older generations.
Rizk RIZK Modern Arabic Provision; livelihood Used both as a surname and given name in Egypt; common in Christian and Muslim communities.
Ragheb RAG-heb Modern Arabic Desirous; willing Well-known Egyptian personal name (and surname); familiar in popular culture.
Ragab RA-gab Modern Arabic Dialect form of Rajab (month name) Egyptian colloquial form of Rajab; widely used across Egypt as a male given name.
Raif RAYF Modern Arabic Kind; compassionate Variant spellings Raef/Raif; used in Egypt with positive, gentle meaning.
Rabah RA-bah Modern Arabic One who wins; profitable Traditional Egyptian male name found in many regions; straightforward, strong meaning.
Rashwan RASH-wan Modern Arabic Local/traditional personal name Mostly seen as a family name but also used as a masculine given name in Egypt.
Ramses RAM-ses Ancient Egyptian Born of Ra; “Ra bore him” Name of several pharaohs (most famously Ramses II); historically significant and occasionally used today.
Ramose RA-mo-se Ancient Egyptian Born of Ra (variant) Attested ancient Egyptian name borne by officials; rare as a modern given name but well documented archaeologically.
Rahotep RA-ho-tep Ancient Egyptian (Element) Ra + satisfied/peace (approx.) Old Kingdom prince and official name; attested in tomb inscriptions and museum collections.
Ren REN Ancient Egyptian “Name” Short Egyptian element meaning “name”; appears in many ancient names and inscriptions.
Raphael RA-fa-el Coptic God has healed Biblical name widely used among Egypt’s Coptic Christians; familiar and traditional.
Rabeeh RA-beeh Modern Arabic Spring; youthful Alternate transliteration of Rabee/Rabie; common variant form in Egypt.
Ramez RA-mez Modern Arabic Symbolic; sign Another common modern Egyptian spelling of Ramiz/Ramzi; popular in media and everyday use.

Descriptions

Rami
Ramzi
Ramez
Raafat
Raouf
Rafi
Rafik
Rafat
Rifat
Rashid
Rashad
Rashed
Reda
Rabee
Rajab
Ramadan
Rayan
Ridwan
Raed
Riyad
Ridha
Rizk
Ragheb
Ragab
Raif
Rabah
Rashwan
Ramses
Ramose
Rahotep
Ren
Raphael
Rabeeh
Ramez
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