Unisex name
Rasyid name meaning
“discerning, rightly guided”
Rasyid is a name used for both boys and girls, from Arabic rashīd, meaning discerning or rightly guided. The source word expresses sound judgment or right guidance. Rasjid is a spelling variant, while ar-Rashīd appears in the commonly used list of divine names in Islam.
What does Rasyid mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Rasyid
From Arabic rashīd, expressing sound judgment or right guidance. Ar-Rashīd appears in the commonly used list of divine names in Islam.
| Linguistic origin | Arabic |
|---|---|
| Naming tradition | Islamic |
| In Islamic history | Asma ul-Husna (99 Names of God) |
| Starts with | R · Ra |
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Rasyid in Islam and the Quran
Rasyid does not appear as a name in the Quran, but its source word (رشيد) does, for example in QS Hud [11]: 78.
This describes the word and the name, not the religion of anyone who bears it.
Name combinations with Rasyid
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Rasyid, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
Rasyid as a first name
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Interpretation
May he judge maturely, follow truth, and always express gratitude.Meaning of each word
- Rasyid: discerning, rightly guided
- Agil: intelligent and capable of sound judgment
- Syukron: an expression of thanks
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Rasyid Muammar
Interpretation
May he enjoy a long life with mature judgment and right steps.Meaning of each word
- Rasyid: discerning, rightly guided
- Muammar: one granted a long life
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Interpretation
May he become a blessed defender with maturity of thought.Meaning of each word
- Rasyid: discerning, rightly guided
- Markum: one granted mercy
- Daffa: defender, repeller of harm
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Rasyid Askari
Interpretation
May he become a soldier with mature judgment who follows the right path.Meaning of each word
- Rasyid: discerning, rightly guided
- Askari: soldier or serviceman
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Rasyid Topik
Interpretation
May his mature judgment be accompanied by assistance leading to success.Meaning of each word
- Rasyid: discerning, rightly guided
- Topik: help toward success
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Rasyid Hafiz
Interpretation
May he become a guardian with mature judgment who follows the right path.Meaning of each word
- Rasyid: discerning, rightly guided
- Hafiz: guardian; one who memorizes the Quran
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Interpretation
May his mature judgment be accompanied by wisdom and abundant goodness.Meaning of each word
- Rasyid: discerning, rightly guided
- Kautsar: an abundant gift of goodness
- Hikam: wisdom and wise sayings
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Rasyid Hida
Interpretation
May he develop mature judgment and receive guidance toward the right path.Meaning of each word
- Rasyid: discerning, rightly guided
- Hida: guidance; direction
Rasyid as a middle name
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Interpretation
May his maturity of judgment keep increasing in his role as guardian.Meaning of each word
- Zidni: increase for me
- Rasyid: discerning, rightly guided
- Havid: guardian; preserver
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Interpretation
May he be patient, judge maturely, and receive assistance toward success.Meaning of each word
- Hilmi: patient and forbearing
- Rasyid: discerning, rightly guided
- Topik: help toward success
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Interpretation
May he achieve many successes with mature judgment and calm dignity.Meaning of each word
- Fawwaz: highly successful, often victorious
- Rasyid: discerning, rightly guided
- Wakur: composed and dignified
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Interpretation
A picture of someone associated with Shaban, mature in judgment and generous.Meaning of each word
- Syabani: associated with the month of Sha‘ban
- Rasyid: discerning, rightly guided
- Fadlan: excellence, merit, generosity
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Interpretation
A picture of a throne holder with mature judgment who prioritizes virtue.Meaning of each word
- Arsy: throne or royal seat
- Rasyid: discerning, rightly guided
- Fadillah: virtue, moral excellence
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Interpretation
May he bring joyful news with mature judgment and noble character.Meaning of each word
- Bachir: bearer of glad tidings
- Rasyid: discerning, rightly guided
- Fadel: excellent, virtuous
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Interpretation
May he do good and achieve victory through mature judgment.Meaning of each word
- Abror: the righteous and virtuous
- Rasyid: discerning, rightly guided
- Dhofir: one who achieves victory
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Interpretation
May he become a protector with mature judgment and abundant wisdom.Meaning of each word
- Hikam: wisdom and wise sayings
- Rasyid: discerning, rightly guided
- Maulana: our lord, our protector
Rasyid as a last name
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Daffa Rasyid
Interpretation
May he become a defender with mature judgment who follows the right path.Meaning of each word
- Daffa: defender, repeller of harm
- Rasyid: discerning, rightly guided
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Interpretation
May he receive guidance and repeated success with mature judgment.Meaning of each word
- Hida: guidance; direction
- Fawwaz: highly successful, often victorious
- Rasyid: discerning, rightly guided
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Ilman Rasyid
Interpretation
May he be knowledgeable and mature in following the right path.Meaning of each word
- Ilman: knowledge, learning
- Rasyid: discerning, rightly guided
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Mugni Rasyid
Interpretation
May he provide sufficiency through mature judgment and sound consideration.Meaning of each word
- Mugni: one who grants sufficiency
- Rasyid: discerning, rightly guided
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Hamam Rasyid
Interpretation
May he have strong resolve and mature judgment on the right path.Meaning of each word
- Hamam: resolute, energetic
- Rasyid: discerning, rightly guided
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Interpretation
May he have mature judgment, noble character, and abundant goodness.Meaning of each word
- Kautsar: an abundant gift of goodness
- Fadel: excellent, virtuous
- Rasyid: discerning, rightly guided
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Shofa Rasyid
Interpretation
May clarity of heart accompany mature judgment on the right path.Meaning of each word
- Shofa: clarity, purity of heart
- Rasyid: discerning, rightly guided
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Wafi Rasyid
Interpretation
May he become a loyal person with mature judgment and right steps.Meaning of each word
- Wafi: faithful; keeping promises
- Rasyid: discerning, rightly guided
How to pronounce Rasyid
| Syllables | 2 · 6 letters · 6-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /raʃid/ |
| Arabic script | رشيد |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦫꦱꦶꦢ꧀ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮛᮯᮤᮓ᮪ |
Is Rasyid a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Rasyid is used for both boys and girls. In our data sample, 79% of bearers are male. See all unisex names.
Rasyid ranks #21 among unisex names in our data sample (142 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
The same name in other spellings (for example old and new Indonesian spelling):
Names that sound like Rasyid
- Rosyid♂Rightly guided, sound in judgment
- Rasyidi♂Associated with right guidance
- Rasid♂♀Rightly guided, discerning
- Rasyad♂Guidance toward the right path
- Rasyidin♂Those who are rightly guided
- Rosid♂Rightly guided
- Rosyidi♂Associated with right guidance
- Rosyad♂Guidance toward the right path
- Rasmin♂
- Rafid♂One who helps or supports
- Rasad♂Rectitude, right guidance
- Rasi♂♀A constellation or zodiac sign
Names with related meanings
- Budi♂Intellect, intelligence, moral character
- Arif♂Knowledgeable, wise
- Arief♂Knowledgeable, wise
- Hakim♂Wise, possessing wisdom
- Lukman♂Name of a wise figure in the Quran
- Budiman♂Wise and of good character
- Rusdi♂Associated with sound guidance and judgment
- Arsyad♂Better guided, wiser
- Huda♂Guidance toward the right path
- Roni♂Ruler's counselor
- Wicaksono♂Wise, discerning
- Ronald♂Ruler with wise counsel
Famous people named Rasyid
- Rasyid Bakri · b. 1991
- Rasyid
- Rasyid Qurnuen Aquary · b. 1953
- Rasyid Assaf Dongoran · b. 1976
- Rasyid Karim · b. 1956
- A Rasyid Muhammad MM
- A. Rasyid · b. 1956
- A. Rasyid Saleh · b. 1950
- Abd Rasyid · b. 1966
- Abd Rasyid J · b. 1965
- Abd. Rasyid Bagenda
- Abd. Rasyid Kota Lima · b. 1974
FAQ about the name Rasyid
What is the meaning of Rasyid?
Rasyid means discerning, rightly guided. From Arabic rashīd, expressing sound judgment or right guidance. Ar-Rashīd appears in the commonly used list of divine names in Islam.
Is Rasyid a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Rasyid is used for both boys and girls. In our data sample, 79% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Rasyid?
Rasyid is of Arabic origin.
Is the name Rasyid in the Quran?
Rasyid does not appear as a name in the Quran, but its source word (رشيد) does, for example in QS Hud [11]: 78.
How many syllables does Rasyid have?
Rasyid has 2 syllables (Ra-syid) and 6 letters.
How popular is the name Rasyid?
Rasyid ranks #21 among unisex names in our data sample (142 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What are other spellings of Rasyid?
Other spellings: Rasjid.
What full names go well with Rasyid?
Some ideas: Rasyid Agil Syukron; Zidni Rasyid Havid; Daffa Rasyid.
Famous people named Rasyid?
Notable people named Rasyid include Rasyid Bakri, Rasyid, Rasyid Qurnuen Aquary.
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