Radek is a boy name of Czech origin meaning “Radek is derived from the Slavic word 'rad', meaning 'happy' or 'joyful'. It reflects a cheerful spirit and is often used for boys born in joyful circumstances.”. It's a unique and uncommon choice for parents seeking something distinctive. With 2 syllables, it's short and easy to say.
RAH-dek
Phonetic spelling
This name ranks in the top 90% of popular names.
* Popularity data based on national birth records and trends
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