Name Profile
Rad
"Not available in SSA source data." — Unknown origin
BoyUnknown1 syllable
About Rad
Rad appears in U.S. Social Security baby-name records from 1948 through 2020. It does not appear in the 2024 top 1,000 list for boys, but it remains part of the official historical record. Across available SSA years, the name appears 153 times.
Quick Facts
GenderBoy
OriginUnknown
PronunciationRad
Syllables1
Nicknames for Rad
Rad is usually used as-is and doesn’t have a common shortened nickname.
Popularity in the U.S.
Rad is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 boys.. Parents often choose Rad for its clear pronunciation and classic style.
Rad had — births in .
Middle Name Ideas
- Rad James
- Rad Alexander
- Rad Reid
More Names Like Rad
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Rad mean?
Rad means "Not available in SSA source data." and is commonly associated with Unknown roots.
Is Rad a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Yes. Rad is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 boys..
How is Rad pronounced?
A common pronunciation is Rad.