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Rashid

ra.ˈʃiːd
ˈraː.ʃid
Overview

Gender

masculine

Origin

Categories

99 names of Allah
Dresden Files characters
Dynasty characters
gods
Gundam characters
help
isograms
Jordanian royal family
justice
Magi characters

Writing Systems

رشيد, راشدArabic
رشید, راشدUrdu
РашидUzbek
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
79/100
classic100%
mature80%
formal80%
upper class100%
wholesome80%
strong140%
refined120%
strange100%
simple65%
serious100%

Meaning & Etymology

The name Rashid, derived from Arabic, means 'rightly guided'. It is a significant name in Islamic tradition, where الرشيد (al-Rashīd) is recognized as one of the 99 names of Allah. The name can be transcribed in two different ways in Arabic: رشيد, where the second vowel is long, and راشد, where the first vowel is long. This name embodies the qualities of guidance and righteousness, making it a popular choice among Muslim families.

Etymology

Original Form:

رشيد / راشد

Evolution:

The name has maintained its original meaning and form in Arabic, with slight variations in pronunciation and spelling.

Source:

Arabic language and Islamic tradition

Related Names

rashīd

Root

rāshid

Root

Rashed

Variants

Rasheed

Variants

Rachid

Variants

Rasheed

Variants

Rashida

Feminine Forms

Rachida

Feminine Forms

Rashida

Feminine Forms

Räshit

Other Languages & Cultures

Reşit

Other Languages & Cultures

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