Ra'd

In Arabic: رَعْد

Thunder is the sound of heavy clouds; in Arabic usage it’s closely associated with rain that follows

الرَّعْد: صوت السحاب حين تتكاثف الغيوم، وهو عند العرب مرتبطٌ بالمطر الذي يَليه

  • Boy name
  • Nature
  • Heritage
  • Short
  • Strong sound
  • Common
  • Pan-Arab

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As a child

  • Called at home

    رَعْد, come here sweetheart — dinner's ready.

As an adult

  • Professional intro

    Pleased to meet you, I'm رَعْد.

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  • ZahrBlossoms and the vivid flowers that open—an emblem of gardens and radiant beauty.Learn more

Questions parents ask

What does the name Ra'd mean?
Thunder is the sound of heavy clouds; in Arabic usage it’s closely associated with rain that follows
Is Ra'd a boy or a girl name?
Ra'd is a boy name.
How is Ra'd written in English?
Ra'd in Arabic: رَعْد.
Does Ra'd fit the father's name?
Fit depends on the father or family name. Enter it in “Try the name now” on this page and we score the transition, length balance, and cadence.

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