Radu

happy, joyful

GenderBoyOriginRomanianSay itRAH-dooPopularityUncommon
Pronounced RAH-doo

About the name Radu

Radu is a warm, cheerful name deeply rooted in Romanian royal history, having been borne by several Wallachian princes. It feels friendly and grounded.

Easygoing and cheerful, the kind of person who lights up a room.

Fun fact

Radu shares its root with the word for 'happy' in old Romanian dialects.

Nicknames for Radu

RădulescuRadu-Radu

Variations

RadulescuRadoRăducu

Famous people named Radu

  • Radu cel Frumos (Radu the Handsome, medieval prince)

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