Rashid Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Rashid originates from Arabic, meaning 'wise' or 'rightly guided'. It has evolved through various forms while maintaining its roots. It is commonly used in Islamic cultures and is associated with positive traits like wisdom. There is no biblical relevance to the name, but it is well-regarded in modern contexts.
The name Rashid is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Rashid has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Rashid' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1507th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1505th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2558th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3102nd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Rashid' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Rashid"
Pronunciation
/ræˈʃiːd/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Rashid comes from the Arabic root 'r-sh-d', which means 'to be guided' or 'to act wisely'. It is often associated with someone who is rightly guided or possesses wisdom.
Meaning
wise, rightly guided
Language Evolution
Rashid (Arabic), Rashid (Latinized), Rashid (Anglicized)
Historical Usage
The name Rashid has been used in Islamic culture since the early centuries of the Islamic era, gaining popularity particularly in the Arab world and among Muslim communities globally.
Variants & Derivatives
Rasheed, Rashida, Rashidah
Modern Popularity & Image
Rashid is perceived positively, often associated with wisdom and guidance. It is a popular name in many Muslim-majority countries and communities.
Famous People
Rashid Khan (Afghan cricketer), Rashid Ali (Indian politician), Rashid Mahdi (Kuwaiti artist)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Rashid"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Rashid"
"Rashid" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1507th of 10718 | 532 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1505th of 16616 | 852 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2558th of 24088 | 694 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3102nd of 23106 | 456 |
Regional Popularity of "Rashid" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
46.48% 1365th/2937 |
21.16% 737th/3483 |
- |
38.48% 1556th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
55.28% 2037th/3685 |
18.88% 845th/4475 |
41.97% 2180th/5194 |
33.28% 2102nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
61.50% 2818th/4582 |
37.41% 1932nd/5164 |
50.21% 3672nd/7313 |
43.13% 3219th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
79.99% 3187th/3984 |
56.54% 2537th/4487 |
55.09% 3758th/6822 |
51.05% 3204th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Rashid" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Rashid"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Rashid" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.