Radoš (Serbian Cyrillic: Радош) is a Serbian masculine given name and a Croatian surname. It is derived from the Slavic element radŭ, meaning "happy, willing", and originated as a diminutive of names beginning with that element, such as Radovan, Radomir, or Radislav. The name embodies positive connotations of joy and contentment, common among Slavic short forms ending in "-oš". Etymology and Historical Context The root radŭ is a common Proto-Slavic lexeme that appears in numerous given names across Slavic languages, reflecting the cultural value placed on happiness and willingness. As a hypocoristic form, Radoš would have been used affectionately or informally, eventually becoming an independent name. Variants include Ratko (often considered a variant in Serbian and Macedonian) and the Czech forms Radko and Radek. Feminine counterparts include Radinka and Radojka. Bulgarian parallels include Rayko and Rayno. Notable Bearers Notable individuals with the given name include Serbian actor Radoš Bajić (b. 1953), Serbian footballers Radoš Bulatović (b. 1984) and Radoš Protić (b. 1987), Serbian cyclist Radoš Čubrić (1934–2017), and Serbian basketball player Radoš Šešlija (b. 1992). As a surname, it is common in Croatia, with bearers such as Croatian Roman Catholic prelate Bože Radoš (b. 1964), footballers Grgur Radoš (b. 1988) and Ivan Radoš (b. 1984), taekwondo practitioner Iva Radoš (b. 1995), and politician Jozo Radoš (b. 1956). Cultural Significance Radoš reflects the Slavic naming tradition of creating short forms based on desirable attributes. The name is particularly prevalent in Serbia and Croatia, where it continues to be used both as a given name and a surname. Related surnames include Radošević and place names like Radoševo and Radošići. Meaning: "happy, willing" Origin: Slavic (Serbian, Croatian) Type: Diminutive, later independent given name; also surname Usage regions: Serbia, Croatia, and other South Slavic areas