Radu
Pronunciation: [ r-AHD-oo ]
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Radu first appeared in US Social Security records in 1976.
Over 30 babies have been named Radu in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Radu is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #27,266 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #27,266
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Radu
Radu is a boy name .
Radu is currently ranked #27,266 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Radu include Radley . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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