Rashed

“Wise”

Arabic origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#6804US 2023

13Births / yr

↑Rising

480All-time births

📅 Since 197500

How to pronounce Rashed

RASH·ED

/ˈræʃ.ˈɛd/ · stress on RASH · 2 syllables

“Wise”

Arabic origin · Boy name

What does Rashed mean and where does it come from?

Rashed is a name of Arabic origin, often used in various Arabic-speaking countries. It is rooted in the Arabic word 'Rushd', meaning guidance or maturity. The name is prevalent among Muslims as it carries connotations of wisdom and sound judgment. Notable individuals with the name include Rashed Al-

Cultural significance

Rashed has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of wise.

Peak popularity

Reached #3453 in 2015 — currently #6804 in the US.

🌿

What middle names flow best with Rashed?

Rashed works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Rashed Grace

How popular is Rashed right now?

Rising fast — up 1359 spots — currently #6804 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1975–2023#6804 · Top 5.0%

1975

1980

1985

1990

1995

2000

2005

2010

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#6804	13	▲ up 1359 · +30% births
2022	#8163	10	▲ up 1333 · +25% births
2021	#9496	8	▼ down 3146 · -38% births
2020	#6350	13	▼ down 2897 · -59% births
2015	#3453	32	▲ up 4305 · +220% births
2010	#7758	10	▲ up 2778 · +67% births
2005	#10536	6	▼ down 2825 · -25% births
2000	#7711	8	▼ down 1986 · -20% births
1995	#5725	10	▼ down 488
1990	#5237	10	▲ up 1019 · +67% births
1985	#6256	6	▼ down 2434 · -45% births
1980	#3822	11	▲ up 2451 · +120% births
1975	#6273	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Rashed

Best Year2015Rank #3453

Peak Count32

Average Rank#6737

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1975 - 202313 years

The story of Rashed

Rashed is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1975. With 480 total births recorded, Rashed remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #6273 in 1975, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #6804 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Rashed in 2015:

Noah Liam Mason Jacob William

Rashed by decade

Rashed peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	35
1980s	61
1990s	106
2000s	102
2010s ★	163
2020s	13

💎Rashed has only 480 total recorded births since 1975 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Rashed?

Common

RasRaAshed

Famous people named Rashed

Rashed (Arab poet)

Rashed carried this name in the rich tradition of classical Arabic poetry.

Rashed (historical Arab ruler)

Rashed held this name across the Umayyad or Abbasid Caliphates, spreading its use widely.

Rashed (Sufi mystic)

Rashed used this name in the tradition of Islamic mysticism and spirituality.

Rashed (Islamic scholar)

Rashed bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.

👑

Celebrity Names

What celebrities named their babies in 2025

Explore →

What names sound and feel like Rashed?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Rashed also consider these

Arabic · One who guides;

Raed

Arabic · One who brings

Rayed

Arabic · meaning 'the one

Fahed

Arabic · One who is

Alhed

Arabic · A Arabic name

Zahed

Arabic · Arabic

How is Rashed written in other languages?

راشد

Arabic

What are the girl versions of Rashed?

Rashida ARABIC Reşide TURKISH

Common questions about the name Rashed

What does the name Rashed mean?

Rashed means "Wise" — a name rooted in Arabic tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Rashed?

Rashed is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Rashed have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Rashed?

Rashed originates from Arabic tradition. Arabic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Rashed?

Rashed is a two-syllable name pronounced R AE1 SH EH1 D. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Rashed trending right now?

Rashed is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.