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Baby Name Generator

Trying to find the perfect name? Get inspiration and name ideas from our tool below to get unique baby girl names or baby boy names.

Finding the right name to suit your little bundle of joy can be tricky. You can use our tool to search for a baby name by simply choosing the gender you're after (or gender neutral if you don't know yet), or select a name based on origin. Once you have found a few names you like add them to your profile, then as time goes on, you can come back and whittle it down until you're left with that perfect one!

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Rufino \r(u)-fi-no\ as a boy's name is of Latin origin. Variant of Rufus. Rufino has 1 variant form: Ruffino. Baby names that sound like Rufino are Ravinn and Rouvin. View a list of the 2 names that reference Rufino.

Ruford \r(u)-fo-rd\ as a boy's name is of Old English origin, and the meaning of Ruford is "red ford, rough ford". Place name. Ruford has 1 variant form: Rufford. Baby names that sound like Ruford are Rayford and Reeford.

Rufous \r(u)-fous\ as a boy's name is a variant of Rufus (Latin), and the meaning of Rufous is "red-haired". The baby name Rufous sounds like Ruffus, Reeves and Rives. Other similar baby names are Rinus, Ramos, Remus, Rochus, Ross, Rufaro, Rufino, Russ and Sofus.

Rufus \r(u)-fus\ as a boy's name is pronounced ROO-fuss. It is of Latin origin, and the meaning of Rufus is "red-haired". Most common in the 19th century. Biblical: the name of two first-century Christians. See also Rufino and Russell. Rufus has 2 variant forms: Ruffus and Rufous. Baby names that sound like Rufus are Rives and Reeves. View a list of the 2 names that reference Rufus.

Rugby \r(u)-gby, rug-by\ as a boy's name is of Old English origin, and the meaning of Rugby is "rook fortress". Name of a famous British school, which gave its name to the famous game. Similar baby names are Ruby, Digby, Reggy, Rube, Robby and Rubi.

Ruggero \r(u)-gge-ro\ as a boy's name is a variant of Roger (Old German), and the meaning of Ruggero is "famous spearman". The baby name Ruggero sounds like Ruggiero and Rogiero. Other similar baby names are Diggery, Jagger, Regner, Raniero, Rogerio, Rodger and Rufaro.

Ruggiero \r(u)-ggie-ro\ as a boy's name is a variant of Roger (Old German), and the meaning of Ruggiero is "famous spearman". The baby name Ruggiero sounds like Ruggero and Rogiero. Other similar baby names are Raniero, Reggie and Rayniero.

Ruhollah \ru-hollah, ruho(l)-lah\ as a boy's name.

Rui \rui\ as a girl's name is pronounced ROO-ee. It is of Japanese origin, and the meaning of Rui is "tears, affection". Baby names that sound like Rui are Rei and Rue. Other similar baby names are Rubi and Rudi.

Rukan \r(u)-kan\ as a girl's name. The baby name Rukan sounds like Regan and Ragan. Other similar baby names are Rhyan, Rika, Rowan, Ruksane, Ruksana, Ryan and Rian.

Rukmini \r(u)-kmi-ni, ruk-mini\ as a girl's name. Similar baby names are Romina, Ruksane and Ruksana.

Ruksana \r(u)-ksa-na, ruk-sana\ as a girl's name is a variant of Roxanne (Persian), and the meaning of Ruksana is "dawn". The baby name Ruksana sounds like Ruksanna and Ruksane. Other similar baby names are Oksana, Rossana and Rosana.

Ruksane \r(u)-ksa-ne, ruk-sane\ as a girl's name is a variant of Roxanne (Persian), and the meaning of Ruksane is "dawn". The baby name Ruksane sounds like Ruksana, Ruksanna and Roksanne. Other similar baby names are Oksana, Rosanie, Rosine, Rosene, Rasine, Rossana, Rosanne, Rosana, Roxiane and Roxane.

Ruksanna \r(u)-ksanna, ruk-sanna\ as a girl's name is a variant of Roxanne (Persian), and the meaning of Ruksanna is "dawn". The baby name Ruksanna sounds like Ruksana, Ruksane and Roksanne. Other similar baby names are Oksanna, Rossanna and Rosanna.

Rumer \r(u)-mer\ as a girl's name. Similar baby names are Emer, Ramee, Romea, Roser, Summer and Somer.

Rumford \r(u)-mfo-rd, rum-ford\ as a boy's name is of Old English origin, and the meaning of Rumford is "wide river-crossing". Place name. Similar baby names are Ruford and Rufford.

Rune \r(u)-ne\ as a boy's name is of Old Norse origin, and the meaning of Rune is "secret". Runes were the alphabet used by ancient German peoples from the third to the 13th century. They have an aura of mystery as they were translated only recently. Not related to the similar-sounding Roone. Baby names that sound like Rune are Rane and Rene. Other similar baby names are June, Rube and Tune.

Rupa \r(u)-pa\ as a girl's name is a variant of Roberta (Old English, Old German), and the meaning of Rupa is "bright fame". The baby name Rupa sounds like Reba, Roba, Ruby, Rubia and Rubi. Other similar baby names are Ruza and Ruta.

Rupal \r(u)-pal\ as a girl's name. The baby name Rupal sounds like Ripley, Robelle and Robella. Other similar baby names are Rupa, Opal and Rosal.

Rupert \r(u)-pe-rt\ as a boy's name is pronounced ROO-pert. Variant of Robert. Well-used in Britain since the 18th century. Saint Rupert of Salzburg (eighth century) was involved in the founding of Salzburg on the ruins of an old Roman town. Actor Rupert Everett, publisher Rupert Murdoch. Rupert has 1 variant form: Ruprecht. Baby names that sound like Rupert are Ruperto and Roberto. View a list of the 5 names that reference Rupert.

Ruperta \r(u)-per-ta, rup(e)-rta\ as a girl's name is a variant of Roberta (Old English, Old German), and the meaning of Ruperta is "bright fame". The baby name Ruperta sounds like Ruberta and Reberta. Other similar baby names are Rupetta, Roberto and Roberda.

Ruperto \r(u)-per-to, rup(e)-rto\ as a boy's name is a variant of Robert (Old German), and the meaning of Ruperto is "bright fame". The baby name Ruperto sounds like Rupert and Roberto. Other similar baby names are Raferty and Roper.

Rupetta \r(u)-petta, rup(et)-ta\ as a girl's name is a variant of Roberta (Old English, Old German), and the meaning of Rupetta is "bright fame". The baby name Rupetta sounds like Rubetta and Robetta. Other similar baby names are Ruperta, Renetta, Rhetta, Retta, Rosetta and Ruthetta.

Ruphyna \r(u)-phy-na\ as a girl's name is a variant of Rufina (Latin), and the meaning of Ruphyna is "red haired". The baby name Ruphyna sounds like Ruffina and Rufeena. Other similar baby names are Rubyna and Ruthina.

Rupinder \r(u)-pin-der, rup(i)-nder\ as a girl's name. The baby name Rupinder sounds like Robinet and Robinett.

Rupprecht \r(u)-ppre-cht, rup(p)-recht\ as a boy's name. The baby name Rupprecht sounds like Ruprecht.

Ruprecht \r(u)-pre-cht, rup-recht\ as a boy's name is a variant of Robert (Old German) and Rupert, and the meaning of Ruprecht is "bright fame". View a list of the 2 names that reference Ruprecht.

Ruqayya \r(u)-qayya\ as a girl's name. The baby name Ruqayya sounds like Riqua, Rikky, Ricky, Rica, Rycca, Rieka, Riecka, Rieca, Ricca, Rhica, Richia, Rika and Ricka. Other similar baby names are Rayna, Rayma, Raya and Rayla.

Rurek \r(u)-rek\ as a boy's name is a variant of Roderick (Old German), and the meaning of Rurek is "famous power". The baby name Rurek sounds like Rurik, Ruark and Rorik. Other similar baby names are Jurek, Arek, Barek, Burk, Derek, Darek, Erek, Garek, Yurik, Jurik, Gerek, Jarek, Jerek, Marek, Mirek, Radek, Rorey, Tarek, Turk, Turck and Zarek.

Rurik \r(u)-rik\ as a boy's name is of Russian origin. Variant of Roderick (Old German) "famous power". Baby names that sound like Rurik are Rurek and Rorik. Other similar baby names are Yurik and Jurik. View a list of the 2 names that reference Rurik.

Frequently asked questions about baby names

How to pick a baby boy name?

When choosing a baby boy's name, consider family heritage, cultural significance, and personal meaning. Explore names with positive associations and consider how they sound with your surname. It's important to select a name that resonates with you and your family. Try our male name generator above for name ideas for your little boy.
 

How to pick a unique baby girl name?

Consider your family history, cultural significance, or personal meaning when selecting a name for a girl. Names with positive associations and how they complement the family surname are also considerations. Choose a name that holds special significance for you and your family and try our female name generator above for inspiration.

How do I give my child a unique name?

To give your child a unique baby girl name, or unique baby boy name, consider exploring cultural influences, literature, or nature for inspiration. You can also modify traditional names, combine different names, or choose a different spelling. Having a unique name can help your child stand out on a list, however it’s not always smooth sailing for them, especially if they are constantly having to pronounce or spell their name throughout life. It's important to ensure that the name is meaningful and resonates with you and your family.

What to avoid when choosing a baby name?

When choosing your baby’s name it’s important to remember they are the ones who live with this their whole life.  Consider avoiding names with negative associations, difficult spellings, or have potential for teasing (kids can be ruthless at school!).  Consider the significance of initials, cultural sensitivities and the name’s compatibility with your surname.

Can I name my baby anything I want?

In most instances, parents have the freedom to choose their baby's name. However, it's important to be mindful of legal regulations, cultural sensitivities, and the potential impact of the chosen name on your child's future. Consider the long-term implications and seek input from family members for name ideas before finalising a name.