Rashaad
Rashaad is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Good guidance, right direction, or wisdom.
Origin and history
Rashaad is a masculine name of Arabic origin meaning 'good guidance' or 'wisdom'. It is a common spelling variant of Rashad that has maintained steady, moderate usage in the United States over recent decades.
Popularity in the United States
3,408 babies in the United States have been named Rashaad since 1880. It ranks #2197 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1749.
States where it is most popular
- FL (13.1 %)
- NY (12.6 %)
- CA (11.5 %)
- IL (11.2 %)
- GA (9.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 161 |
| 1980-1990 | 701 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,095 |
| 2000-2010 | 777 |
| 2010-2019 | 496 |
| 2020-2029 | 178 |
Famous people named Rashaad
- Rashaad Penny: Football Player, Athlete
Fun facts
- Rashaad is a phonetic English variation of the traditional Arabic name Rashad.
- The name gained notable visibility in the United States starting in the late 20th century.