Great brightness, luster, or shining light
A modern English virtue name derived from the Latin 'radiantem', referring to a glowing or beaming quality. It suggests an inner light, joy, and a vibrant presence. While rare as a formal given name, it follows the trend of using evocative nouns to convey positive spiritual or physical attributes.
Less common today
Radiance isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,790 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
A superhero character and member of the Big Hero 6 team · Marvel Comics
