Rashid Boy

Popularity: #907 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: rah-SHEED //ræˈʃid//

Origin: Arabic; Persian

Meaning: Arabic: rightly guided; Persian: prosperous

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Rashid has its roots in the Arabic language, derived from the root word "r-sh-d," which means "to guide" or "to lead to the right path." This etymological foundation emphasizes wisdom and guidance, reflecting a significant cultural value in many Arabic-speaking societies. The name has been transliterated into various forms across different languages, maintaining its original meaning while adapting to local phonetics.

It entered the English lexicon primarily through the influence of Arabic culture and language, particularly during the periods of trade and scholarship in the Middle Ages, as well as through the spread of Islam from the 7th century onward. Historically, the name Rashid has been associated with notable figures in Islamic history.

One of the most prominent was Rashidun Caliphate, which lasted from 632 to 661 CE, marking the era of the first four caliphs following the death of the Prophet Muhammad. This period is often celebrated for its rapid expansion of the Islamic state and the establishment of foundational Islamic governance and jurisprudence.

The term "Rashidun" itself translates to "Rightly Guided," further underscoring the name's connotations of wisdom and moral leadership. Culturally, the name Rashid has been embraced in various Islamic traditions, often symbolizing a person who is not only wise but also just and virtuous.

The name's resonance is enhanced by its use in literature and poetry, where it often appears as a symbol of enlightenment and moral clarity. In addition, diminutive forms such as Rash or Rashi are sometimes used affectionately, though they are less common in formal contexts.

Overall, Rashid carries a rich historical and cultural significance, embodying ideals of guidance and righteousness that have persisted through centuries.

Famous people named Rashid

In this section, you will find notable people named Rashid. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Rashid who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

We also feature individuals named Rashid who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.

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Rashid Khan is a cricketer best known for his performances in T20 leagues and as a key player for the Afghanistan national team.

Rashid Ali is a musician best known for his work in the genre of Sufi music and his contributions to various musical projects.

Fictional characters named Rashid

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Rashid is a fictional character from the video game series Street Fighter. He is a skilled fighter known for his acrobatic moves and charismatic personality.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Rashid, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

RamiRamiyaRanyaRashaRayan

Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Rashid. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

RashaanRashanRashidaRashmiRashidah

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Rashid was first seen in the United States in 1966.

Rashid has ranked as high as #3454 nationally, which occurred in 1996, and has been most popular in New York, California, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Illinois.

In the past 5 years the name Rashid has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Rashid is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Rashid was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Rashid.

Year Total Births Boy
2025 31 31
2024 32 32
2023 33 33
2022 30 30
2021 34 34
2020 28 28
2019 43 43
2018 45 45
2017 43 43
2016 52 52
2015 34 34
2014 45 45
2013 37 37
2012 23 23
2011 34 34
2010 36 36
2009 44 44
2008 50 50
2007 34 34
2006 38 38
2005 43 43
2004 46 46
2003 50 50
2002 42 42
2001 49 49
2000 51 51
1999 50 50
1998 49 49
1997 55 55
1996 68 68
1995 58 58
1994 65 65
1993 50 50
1992 54 54
1991 61 61
1990 54 54
1989 54 54
1988 55 55
1987 40 40
1986 48 48
1985 50 50
1984 64 64
1983 39 39
1982 58 58
1981 35 35
1980 52 52
1979 55 55
1978 50 50
1977 54 54
1976 58 58
1975 51 51
1974 47 47
1973 36 36
1972 31 31
1971 33 33
1970 20 20
1969 18 18
1968 13 13
1967 9 9
1966 5 5

Top States for Rashid (2023)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
CA 5
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