Rad
Pronunciation: [ r-AD ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Rad first appeared in US Social Security records in 1952.
Over 200 babies have been named Rad in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Rad is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #7,377 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #7,377
- Total SSA Count
- 12
Alternative Spellings
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About the Name Rad
Rad is a boy name .
Rad is currently ranked #7,377 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Rad include Radley . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis