Rasheed

Arabic

"having good judgment"

Rasheed Origin and Meaning

The name Rasheed is a boy's name.

Rasheed derives from Arabic origins, specifically from the name 'Rashid' (رشيد), meaning 'rightly guided,' 'having good judgment,' or 'following the right path.' This name has significant historical usage throughout the Islamic world and appears in various forms across many Muslim cultures. The spelling 'Rasheed' represents an Anglicized transliteration of the Arabic original. The name gained notable popularity in the United States during the 1970s and maintained steady usage through the 1990s. Rasheed is considered a traditional name with deep religious and cultural significance in Arabic-speaking regions and Muslim communities worldwide, while also finding broader adoption in various countries. The name's meaning connects to virtues of wisdom and moral rectitude.

Rasheed Rank in US Top 1000

# 943 in the US

Famous People Named Rasheed

• Rasheed Abdul "Sheed" Wallace American basketball player
• Faheem Rasheed Najm aka T Pain, American rapper
• Rasheed Naz Pakistani actor
• Rasheed Malik Marshall American NFL football player