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Radu

RAH-doo

/ˈrɑːduː/

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radu

Name meaning and origin

Origin
Romanian (Romania)
Meaning
Derived from Slavic 'rad' (glad, happy); joyful
Gender
male

Pronunciation tips

A distinctly Romanian name; name of several medieval Romanian rulers

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