Rashida
Rashida is a girl's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Rightly guided, wise, or mature.
Origin and history
Rashida is a classic feminine name of Arabic origin meaning 'rightly guided' or 'wise'. It gained moderate popularity in the United States during the late 20th century and remains a distinguished choice. The name is well-recognized globally across Muslim and African American communities.
Popularity in the United States
2,999 babies in the United States have been named Rashida since 1880. It ranks #3242 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2082.
States where it is most popular
- NY (25.9 %)
- CA (13.9 %)
- PA (11.2 %)
- IL (7.2 %)
- NJ (6 %)
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 | 12 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,266 |
| 1980-1990 | 989 |
| 1990-2000 | 535 |
| 2000-2010 | 118 |
| 2010-2019 | 60 |
| 2020-2029 | 19 |
Famous people named Rashida
- Rashida Jones: Actress, Writer
Fun facts
- Rashida is the feminine counterpart to the Arabic masculine name Rashid, one of the traditional names reflecting virtue.
- While rooted in Arabic, the name has been widely used across North Africa, South Asia, and the African diaspora.