Raden
Meaning of Raden
The name Raden is a male given name of Indonesian origin, pronounced as RAH-den (/ˈrɑːdɛn/). It carries cultural significance in Indonesia, often associated with nobility and respect. The name has a variant, Raiden, which shares similar phonetic elements but can also be linked to different cultural references, such as Japanese mythology where Raiden is the god of thunder and lightning. In the United States, the name Raden has seen sporadic usage over the years. Its highest occurrence was in 2010 when it ranked 7087th with 11 newborns given this name. Despite its rarity, Raden's unique sound and rich cultural background make it an intriguing choice for parents seeking a distinctive yet meaningful name for their son.
Pronunciation
Indonesian
- Pronunced as RAH-den (/ˈrɑːdɛn/)
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Notable People Named Raden
| Raden Saleh Sjarif Boestaman was a pioneering Indonesian Romantic painter known for being the first "modern" artist from Indonesia, whose work reflected nineteenth-century romanticism and his Arab-Javanese cultural roots. |
| Raden Machjar Angga Koesoemadinata, also known as Pak Machjar or Pak Mahyar, was a renowned Sundanese music composer and musicologist, known for inventing the Sundanese solfège system and the 17-tone model. |
