Rashida Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Rashida is an Arabic name meaning 'rightly guided' or 'wise'. It has evolved from its Arabic roots and is commonly used in Muslim cultures. The name reflects traits of wisdom and guidance and has gained popularity particularly in the 20th century. There is no biblical relevance associated with it.
The name Rashida is most popular in District of Columbia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) 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. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Rashida has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Rashida' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15579th out of 16616 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 12526th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1262nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1685th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8100th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 15328th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Rashida' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Rashida"
Pronunciation
/ræˈʃiːdə/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Rashida derives from the Arabic root 'رشيد' (rashid), meaning 'rightly guided' or 'wise'.
Meaning
rightly guided, wise
Language Evolution
Rashid, Rashida
Historical Usage
The name Rashida has gained popularity in the Muslim world, particularly during the 20th century, as a reflection of cultural pride and identity.
Variants & Derivatives
Rashid, Rashida, Rashida
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Rashida is viewed positively, often associated with intelligence and leadership. It remains a popular name in various cultures, particularly among Arabic-speaking communities.
Famous People
Rashida Jones, Rashida Tlaib
📊 Rashida Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 338 peak births in 1977
Geographic Spread
Popular across 22 US states, with strongest presence in District of Columbia
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Rashida"
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 "Rashida"
"Rashida" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 15579th of 16616 | 6 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 12526th of 12526 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1262nd of 19264 | 1,426 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1685th of 27321 | 1,294 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 8100th of 35406 | 216 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 15328th of 30306 | 52 |
Regional Popularity of "Rashida" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
64.02% 3325th/5194 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Rashida" 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) |
40.25% 1182nd/2937 |
21.10% 735th/3483 |
32.63% 1148th/3518 |
32.22% 1303rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
49.17% 1812th/3685 |
23.31% 1043rd/4475 |
33.19% 1724th/5194 |
39.75% 2511th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
68.63% 3544th/5164 |
- | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Rashida"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Rashida" 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.