Meaning & Story
An English word from Old English "raedic," referring to the pungent root vegetable (Raphanus sativus) — suggesting something small, sharp, slightly surprising, and capable of more flavor than its modest size suggests.
Radish is a name in the great tradition of vegetable pet names, and it is absolutely excellent. It's for the small pet with a surprising kick — the dog who is five pounds but has the personality of a much larger animal, the cat who is quiet until she very suddenly isn't. There's a peppery quality to the name that suits a pet with an edge, someone who keeps life interesting and occasionally startling. Radish owners understand that vegetables can be exciting if you meet the right one.