Raad

“Happy”

Middle East origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#5608US 2023

17Births / yr

↑Rising

142All-time births

📅 Since 199500

What does Raad mean and where does it come from?

Raad is a name of Arabic origin, commonly found in Middle Eastern countries. The name conveys feelings of happiness and joy, making it a favored choice for parents. Its usage is prominent in Arabic-speaking cultures, where the significance of joy is paramount. Raad has various regional spellings, in

Cultural significance

Raad has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Middle East-speaking communities, where it reflects values of happy.

Peak popularity

Reached #6430 in 2020 — currently #5608 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Raad?

Raad works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Raad Grace

How popular is Raad right now?

Rising fast — up 783 spots — currently #5608 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#5608 · Top 4.1%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#5608	17	▲ up 783 · +21% births
2022	#6391	14	▲ up 1064 · +27% births
2021	#7455	11	▼ down 1025 · -15% births
2020	#6430	13	▲ up 2003 · +44% births
2015	#8433	9	▲ up 3069 · +50% births
2010	#11502	6	▼ down 4170 · -33% births
2000	#7332	9	▲ up 2912 · +80% births
1995	#10244	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Raad

Best Year2023Rank #5608

Peak Count17

Average Rank#7924

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1995 - 20238 years

The story of Raad

Raad is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1995. With 142 total births recorded, Raad remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #10244 in 1995 to #5608 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Raad in 2020:

Liam Noah Oliver Elijah William

Raad by decade

Raad peaked in the 2020s. See all 2020s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	17
2000s	31
2010s ★	81
2020s	13

💎Raad has only 142 total recorded births since 1995 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Raad?

Common

RaadieRaady

What names sound and feel like Raad?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Raad also consider these

Raam

India · Exalted, elevated

Raag

English · A meaningful name

Haad

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

African · A African name

Rad

Slavic countries · happy, counsel, advice

Raid

Middle East · رائد, meaning 'leader'

Common questions about the name Raad

What does the name Raad mean?

Raad means "Happy" — a name rooted in Middle East tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Raad?

Raad is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Raad have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Raad?

Raad originates from Middle East tradition. Middle East names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How does Raad sound with different last names?

As a one-syllable name, Raad flows best with last names of two or three syllables. Avoid last names ending in the same sound as Raad ends, as this can create an unwanted rhyme. Test by saying the full name out loud several times.

Is Raad trending right now?

Raad is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.