This list includes 40 Old man names that start with R, from “Rafael” to “Russ”. These names span classic European favorites and regional variants, helpful for writers, genealogists, and parents.

Old man names that start with R are traditional male given names beginning with R, often passed down through families and tied to particular languages. For example, “Rafael” has long-standing use in Spanish and Portuguese communities.

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

Name: The actual given name, shown exactly as used; you can scan for familiar or stylistically suitable options.

Origin: The language or country associated with the name, helping you place cultural background and regional usage quickly.

Meaning: A concise meaning or root explanation that shows the name’s original sense and its common interpretation.

Notes: Additional details like diminutives, historical notes, or notable bearers that help you decide on suitability.

Old man names that start with R

NameOriginMeaningVariant forms
RayGermanicwise protectorRaymond,Raimund,Ramón
RobGermanicbright fameRobert,Roberto,Bob
RickGermanicbrave rulerRichard,Ricky,Rich
RalphEnglishwolf counselRafe,Ralf,Ralphie
RogerGermanicfamous spearRodger,Rog,Rowland
RonOld Norseruler’s counselorRonald,Ronnie,Ronny
RoyScottishred-haired or ‘king’Roi
RussFrench/Englishred-hairedRussell,Rusty
ReubenHebrewbehold, a sonRuben,Rubén
RudyGermanicfamous wolfRudolph,Rudolf
RufusLatinred-hairedRufe,Rufino
RandyGermanicshield-wolfRandolph,Randall,Ran
ReggieGermanicking’s advisorReginald,Reg
RodneyEnglishisland clearingRod,Roddy
RolandGermanicfamous throughout the landRolland,Orlando
RoderickGermanicfamous rulerRod,Ricky,Roddy
RupertGermanicbright fameRup,Roo
RamonSpanishwise protectorRamón,Ray
RafaelHebrewGod has healedRaf,Rafa,Raphael
RaulSpanishwolf counselRaúl,Ralph
RaphaelHebrewGod has healedRafa,Raph,Raphael
RexLatinkingLex
ReynoldGermaniccounsel powerReynolds,Rein,Reinold
RodGermanicfame, spearRoderick,Rodney
RolfGermanicfamous wolfRudolf,Rollo
RonnieOld Norseruler’s counselorRon,Ronald
RoccoItalianrestRock,Rocco
RodolfoGermanic/Spanishfamous wolfRudolf,Rudy,Rodolfo
RossScottishpromontoryRos
RobertoGermanic/Italianbright fameRob,Robert,Bob
RicardoGermanic/Spanishbrave rulerRick,Ricardo,Rico
RainerGermanicwise warriorRayner,Rainer
ReinholdGermanicjudgment-powerReiny,Rein,Reinhold
RamSanskritpleasing, lordRama
RameshSanskritlord of RamaRamu
RajSanskrit/HindikingRaja
RamiroGermanic/Spanishwise and famousRamiro,Remiro
RashidArabicrightly guidedRashād
RahimArabicmerciful, compassionateAbdul-Rahim
RufinoLatin/Spanishred-hairedRufus,Rufino

Descriptions

Ray
Short form of Raymond; very common mid-century and evokes older generations.
Rob
Short form of Robert; a classic staple among older men in English-speaking countries.
Rick
Short for Richard; widely used mid-1900s and commonly tied to older generations.
Ralph
Medieval English name; traditional and often perceived as belonging to older men.
Roger
Popular in the early–mid 20th century; now considered a classic older-generation name.
Ron
Common diminutive of Ronald; typical for men born in mid-century eras.
Roy
Short, traditional name widely used in the early 1900s; feels mature and time-honored.
Russ
Short form of Russell; carried by many older men and sounds traditionally masculine.
Reuben
Biblical name long in use; often associated with older, traditional families.
Rudy
Friendly short form of Rudolph; evokes men born mid-century and earlier.
Rufus
Ancient Roman name that persisted into English use; now feels quaint and old-fashioned.
Randy
Originally from Randolph; very popular in the 1950s–1970s, now viewed as a classic older name.
Reggie
Diminutive of Reginald; common in older British and American men.
Rodney
Peaked mid-20th century; today it’s often perceived as an older, dated name.
Roland
Medieval heroic name with long history; feels traditional and classic.
Roderick
Formal, aristocratic name with historic usage; commonly associated with older gentlemen.
Rupert
Traditional British name; historically popular, now considered somewhat dated.
Ramon
Spanish form of Raymond; commonly used in older Spanish-speaking generations.
Rafael
Biblical name with long-standing usage; often found among older men internationally.
Raul
Historic Spanish form of Ralph; traditional and commonly associated with older generations.
Raphael
Classic biblical name used for centuries; has an old-world, dignified feel.
Rex
Short, vintage name popular in early 20th century; reads as a traditional older man’s name.
Reynold
Older Germanic name common in past generations; now formal and dated.
Rod
Simple short form used historically; sounds like a classic older-man name.
Rolf
Nordic/Germanic name with mid-century usage; feels traditional and mature.
Ronnie
Casual form of Ronald; widely used for men born mid-century, now nostalgic.
Rocco
Strong Italian name with historic use; in English contexts it often reads as an older, classic name.
Rodolfo
Spanish/Italian form of Rudolf; traditional in Hispanic and Italian communities, commonly older bearers.
Ross
Classic Scottish name common in earlier generations; now feels more traditional than trendy.
Roberto
Spanish/Italian form of Robert; long-standing use, especially among older men in Europe and Latin America.
Ricardo
Spanish/Portuguese form of Richard; historically common and associated with older generations.
Rainer
Traditional German name that peaked in earlier decades; now considered classic and mature.
Reinhold
Historic Germanic name used by older generations; feels formal and dated today.
Ram
Ancient Hindu name tied to deity Rama; very traditional and often found in older men.
Ramesh
Classic Indian name popular in older generations throughout South Asia.
Raj
Short, traditional South Asian name; common among older men and carries regal connotations.
Ramiro
Old Spanish/Gothic name with historic use; often borne by older generations.
Rashid
Traditional Arabic name common across generations, often seen among older men.
Rahim
Classic Arabic name used widely over centuries; associated with tradition and older generations.
Rufino
Spanish form of Rufus; historically used and now perceived as an older gentleman’s name.
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