Rashad
First Name Meaning, Usage, Popularity & Related Names
Rashad is an Arabic name meaning “wisdom”. It is a common name, overwhelmingly used for boys, with 99.99% male usage.
Meaning & Origin of the name Rashad
Rashad is an Arabic name derived from the root r-sh-d, signifying wisdom, guidance, or the ability to find the right path. Historically, the term is central to Islamic discourse, often used to describe moral integrity and intellectual maturity. Since the mid-20th century, the name has seen increased usage in diverse communities, particularly within the United States, as a reflection of cultural heritage and the pursuit of righteous conduct. Its etymological roots emphasize the importance of discernment and spiritual alignment in personal character.
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Gender Usage of the Name Rashad
Overall Gender Classification Methodology
Rashad is overwhelmingly used as a name for boys. Approximately 99.99% of recorded bearers are male. This classification is supported by extensive records and is considered highly reliable.
Popularity of the Name Rashad
Note: Green bars show popularity (% of births); the violet line shows historical ranking. Data is based on official government birth records. Click any chart to view details by year and region.
Overall PopularityMethodology
Rashad is listed under Common Boy Names worldwide. Its overall popularity is supported by stronger usage in United States across the available regional markets.
| Region | Popularity | Birth Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Common | 1 in every 17K births |
| United Kingdom | Uncommon | 1 in every 923K births |
| Canada | Common | 1 in every 106K births |
| Australia | Uncommon | 1 in every 684K births |
Ranking OverviewMethodology
Rashad ranked #2,198 on the Popular Boys’ Names Worldwide List (2025). It rose from #2,468 in 2024 — an improvement of 270 places. Rashad shows meaningful recent movement in rank, though it remains uncommon overall.
Historically, its best recorded position was #658 in 1987. Its lowest recorded position was #2,631 in 2023. Over the last 5 years (2020–2025) the name fell -195 places (from #2,003 to #2,198).
Name StyleMethodology
Rashad is classified as Classic Boy Names because it appears in 45% of available years and remains active today, averaging 79 births per year after a historical peak in 1990.Characteristics of the Name Rashad
Pronunciation & StructureMethodology
- Phonetic Source
- CMU
- Syllables
- 2 syllables — Two-Syllable Boy Names
- Length
- 6 letters — Medium-Length Boy Names
- Starts with
- R — Boy Names Starting with R
- Ends with
- d — Boy Names Ending in “d”
Name AestheticMethodology
Rashad utilizes two syllables with a final-stressed pattern and a consonant-heavy ending, which imparts a firm, authoritative tone. It is a historically significant name borne by Rashad Evans in professional athletics. The name's percussive phonetic delivery results in a Strong & Powerful aesthetic.
Middle Names For Rashad
Middle names used with RashadMethodology
Rashad is most frequently used with these boy middle names: Rashad Lamar · Rashad Malik · Rashad Jamal · Rashad Ahmad · Rashad OmarView all 235 boy middle names.
- Total 324 middle names used with Rashad
- 14 girl middle names used with Rashad
- 62 unisex middle names used with Rashad
Middle name suggestions for RashadMethodology
Based on observed first-middle-name pattern combinations, Rashad is most frequently associated with boy middle names that have 2 syllables, Strong–Weak stress pattern, 5 letters, and a starting sound of “j”.
Examples: Rashad Jacob · Rashad Jason · Rashad Jesus · Rashad Jerry · Rashad Jared. View all 114 suggested middle names.
Names Similar to Rashad
Sound Like Rashad Finder
Names with the exact same overall pronunciation and sound: Rasheed · Rashaad · Rashid · View all 24 names
Spelled Like Rashad Finder
Names with similar spelling patterns and letter sequences: Rashard · Rashan
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Names that begin with a similar phonetic sound: Robert · Richard · Ryan · View all Top 100 names
Rhymes With Rashad Finder
Names that share similar ending sounds and rhymes: David · Richard · Donald · View all Top 100 names
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Names with matching syllable stress and pronunciation rhythm: Eugene · Luis · Bernard · View all Top 100 names
Dictionary & Etymology of “Rashad”
Dictionary Meaning of "Rashad"Methodology
A male given name from Arabic, common in African American communities since the mid-1970s
A male surname from Arabic
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How to Spell Rashad in ASL
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- s
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- d
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