Rashad
/ræˈʃɑːd/noun
A masculine given name of Arabic origin, commonly meaning “rightly guided” or “having good judgment.”
Did you know?Rashad is commonly linked to Arabic roots related to right guidance and sound judgment, which is why it carries a strong, spiritually positive meaning in many Muslim cultures.
Etymological Timeline
Arabic root
Arabic
r-sh-d
“To be rightly guided, mature, or of sound judgment”
Classical Arabic
Arabic
rashīd
“Rightly guided; wise; mature”
Modern Arabic
Arabic
Rashād
“Guidance; right conduct; also used as a personal name”
Modern English
English
Rashad
“A given name borrowed from Arabic usage”