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Hebrew Names for Boys: R
Names beginning with R

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Find Hebrew names for boys that begin with the letter R. The meanings of the names are included. See images of the names written in Hebrew letters.

1. Rachamim

Rachamim written in Hebrew
Rachamim means "compassionate, mercy."

2. Ram

Ram written in Hebrew
Ram means "height."

3. Ran

Ran  written in Hebrew
Ran means "joy" or "song."

4. Raphael

Raphael  written in Hebrew
Raphael was an angel in the Bible. Raphael means "God heals."

5. Ravid

Ravid  written in Hebrew
Ravid means "ornament."

6. Raviv

Raviv  written in Hebrew
Raviv means "rain, dew."

7. Raz

Raz  written in Hebrew
Raz means "secret."

8. Raziel

Raziel  written in Hebrew
Raziel means "God is my secret."

9. Reuven (Reuben)

Reuven (Reuben)  written in Hebrew
Reuven (Reuben) was Jacob's first son in the Bible.

10. Reuel

Reuel written in Hebrew
Reuel means "friend of God."
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