Rad

Q: What is the origin of Rad?

Rad is of Slavic origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Rad a boy name?

Rad is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

male

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Glad; Willing"

Used as a short name or element in Slavic naming, rad conveys gladness or willingness and appears in many compound forms.

Themes:joywillingnessslavicshortnameelement

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Popularity History of Rad

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#7132Ranked nationally

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Year

Selected Year Rank

Unranked

Rad did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Rad Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Rad.

5 ideas

rady

Nickname

radie

Nickname

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Baby Name Lists That Include Rad

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Rad mean?

Rad means "Glad; Willing". Used as a short name or element in Slavic naming, rad conveys gladness or willingness and appears in many compound forms

What is the origin of Rad?

Rad is of Slavic origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Rad?

According to the latest SSA data, Rad is currently ranked #7132 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Rad a boy name?

Rad is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Rad?

Popular nicknames for Rad include rady, radie, ra, ro, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Rad?

There are many names similar to Rad in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginSlavic, Germanic

Syllables1

Length3 letters

US Rank#7132

Trend↑ Rising

Starts withR

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Alek Aleksander Andrey Andrik Andrej

Sisters

Ania Aleksandra Alyna Anja Anica

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