Rashad
Arabic · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Rashad
Rashad derives from the Arabic root r-sh-d, meaning "to be guided" or "to follow the right path," and the name itself means "right-guided" or "wise." The name is predominantly used in Arabic-speaking Muslim cultures and communities, with historical usage spanning Islamic civilization; it gained notable popularity in African-American Muslim communities during the 20th century.
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Etymology
Rashad derives from the Arabic root r-sh-d, meaning "to be guided" or "to follow the right path," and the name itself means "right-guided" or "wise." The name is predominantly used in Arabic-speaking Muslim cultures and communities, with historical usage spanning Islamic civilization; it gained notable popularity in African-American Muslim communities during the 20th century.
Rashad currently ranks #1,722 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1990.
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