Radee
A feminine Persian name meaning "giver of value" or "valuable".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Radee. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Radee today is around 42 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Radee births was 1982 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Radee. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Radee. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
1982
5 babies that year
Average age
42
years old
1982 SSA rank
#7,112
Tracked since 1982
Popularity
Radee: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Radee by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Radee during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Radee
The name Radee is believed to have its origins in the Sanskrit language, which was spoken in ancient India. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "radha," which means "prosperity" or "success." The name is thought to have emerged during the Vedic period, which spans from approximately 1500 BCE to 500 BCE.
One of the earliest known references to the name Radee can be found in the Hindu sacred text, the Bhagavata Purana, which dates back to around the 9th century CE. In this text, Radha is depicted as the beloved consort of Lord Krishna, a central figure in Hindu mythology. The name Radee is considered a variant of Radha and is often associated with the same symbolism of love, devotion, and spiritual enlightenment.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Radee. One of the earliest recorded examples is Radee Shyam (1823-1878), an Indian philosopher and social reformer who advocated for the abolition of the caste system and the promotion of women's rights.
Another prominent figure was Radee Govind Bhatavadekar (1888-1957), an Indian freedom fighter and social activist who played a significant role in the Indian independence movement. He worked alongside Mahatma Gandhi and was imprisoned multiple times for his involvement in the struggle against British colonial rule.
In the field of literature, Radee Singh (1920-1990) was a renowned Punjabi poet and writer. He is best known for his poetry collections that explored themes of love, nature, and the human condition. His works have been widely acclaimed and have influenced generations of writers in the Punjabi literary tradition.
Moving to more recent times, Radee Siddiqui (born 1983) is an Indian film actress and model who has appeared in numerous Bollywood productions. She is known for her roles in films such as "Dhamaal" and "Double Dhamaal," and has garnered a significant following among Indian cinema enthusiasts.
Lastly, Radee Prasad (born 1988) is an Indian cricketer who has represented the national team in various formats of the game. He is known for his aggressive batting style and has been a key player for the Indian team in several international tournaments.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have carried the name Radee throughout history. While the name has its roots in ancient Sanskrit, it has transcended cultural boundaries and continues to be used across various regions and communities.
People
Radee + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Radee as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with R
Other first names starting with R with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Radee: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Radee?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Radee going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Radee a common name?
We classify Radee as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Radee most popular?
The single biggest year for Radee was 1982, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Radee is about 42 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Radee in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Radee a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Radee in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Radee still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Radee in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Radee can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people share the name Radee?
Want to know how many people share the name Radee? HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, puts the living-bearer count front and centre.