Răducan is a Romanian surname. It is derived from the given name Radu, which itself is of Slavic origin, meaning "happy" or "glad." The suffix "-can" is a common Romanian suffix used to create surnames, often indicating descent or belonging to a person named Radu. Thus, Răducan essentially means "son of Radu" or "descendant of Radu." The name is found predominantly in Romania. Notable individuals with the surname Răducan include:
- Eliza Răducanu: A Romanian artistic gymnast.
- Adrian Răducan: A Romanian football player or other individual (needs further disambiguation).
Further research is often needed to determine specific lineages and variations in spelling or pronunciation within different regions of Romania.