Happy, willing, or glad
Radek is a diminutive form of Slavic names containing the element 'rad', such as Radosลaw. It conveys a sense of joy and eagerness. While common in Central Europe, it remains a distinctive choice in the United States.
Less common today
Radek isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,534 in 2009.
US births per 5-year period, 1990โpresent (SSA data).
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