Radu Name Meaning & Origin
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Radu is a traditional Romanian male given name derived from the Slavic element 'rad' meaning 'happy' or 'joyful'. It is common in Romania and Moldova, and also found among Hungarian minorities in Romania.
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Romanian (Romanian) 70% -
Hungarian (Hungarian) 20% -
Moldovan (Moldovan) 10%
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Name Details
- First Name: Radu
- Name Order: Eastern
- Gender: Male
Popularity Trend
Growth of the name Radu in the US (SSA Data):
Radu Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 8
People with this name tend to be: Ambitious, goal-oriented and authoritative.