What does Rada mean and where does it come from?
Rada is a name widely used in Slavic cultures, signifying happiness and joy. It has roots in various Eastern European languages and is commonly found in countries like Poland, Russia, and the Czech Republic. The name reflects positive emotions and is often given to girls born into joyful circumstanc
Cultural significance
Rada has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Slavic countries-speaking communities, where it reflects values of slavic.
Peak popularity
Reached #1429 in 1893 — currently #13141 in the US.
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Browse names →What middle names flow best with Rada?
Rada works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Rada Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Rada Rose
Floral · soft ending
Rada Claire
French influence · crisp
Rada Jane
Literary · strong
Rada Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Rada right now?
Rising fast — up 4052 spots — currently #13141 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
|---|
| 2023 | #13141 | 7 | ▲ up 4052 · +40% births |
| 2022 | #17193 | 5 | ▼ down 7053 · -50% births |
| 2021 | #10140 | 10 | ▲ up 4910 · +100% births |
| 2020 | #15050 | 5 | ▼ down 6941 |
| 1970 | #8109 | 5 | ▼ down 1473 |
| 1965 | #6636 | 5 | ▼ down 856 · -17% births |
| 1960 | #5780 | 6 | ▼ down 955 |
| 1950 | #4825 | 6 | ▼ down 1369 · -25% births |
| 1945 | #3456 | 8 | ▲ up 141 · +14% births |
| 1940 | #3597 | 7 | ▼ down 967 · -36% births |
| 1935 | #2630 | 11 | ▲ up 1124 · +57% births |
| 1930 | #3754 | 7 | ▼ down 563 · -30% births |
| 1925 | #3191 | 10 | ▲ up 207 · +11% births |
| 1920 | #3398 | 9 | ▼ down 960 · -25% births |
| 1915 | #2438 | 12 | — |
The story of Rada
Rada has been a beloved American name for over 131 years, first appearing in Social Security records in 1893. With 436 total births recorded, Rada remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #2539 in 1910, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #13141 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Rada in 1893:
Rada by decade
Rada peaked in the 1890s. See all 1890s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|
| 1890s | 11 | |
| 1900s | 23 | |
| 1910s | 78 | |
| 1920s ★ | 93 | |
| 1930s | 80 | |
| 1940s | 41 | |
| 1950s | 36 | |
| 1960s | 28 | |
| 1970s | 15 | |
| 1980s | 5 | |
| 2010s | 21 | |
| 2020s | 5 | |
💎Rada has only 436 total recorded births since 1893 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
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Common questions about the name Rada
What does the name Rada mean?
Rada means "Slavic" — a name rooted in Slavic countries 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 Rada?
Rada is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Rada have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Rada?
Rada originates from Slavic countries tradition. Slavic countries names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Rada trending right now?
Rada is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.
Is Rada a common or rare name?
Rada is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.