Raad is of Arabic origin, derived from the word 'raida,' meaning 'to travel' or 'to journey.' It is often used as a male given name, popular among Arab families for its strong and vibrant meaning.
The name Raad experienced a significant increase in popularity from 2019 onwards, with the number of births consistently reaching double digits each year up to 2023. However, prior to this period, there was substantial fluctuation in its prevalence, ranging from as low as five births per year (in 1995 and 2017) to a high of nine births in certain years (2000, 2012).