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Rashid

Rashid (name) means a male given name of Arabic origin, meaning roughly "rightly guided" or "wise.". Example: “Rashid is a common name across the Arabic-speaking world and beyond.”

name

A male given name of Arabic origin, meaning roughly "rightly guided" or "wise."

"Rashid is a common name across the Arabic-speaking world and beyond."

adj

Relating to the Rashidun, the first four caliphs who ruled after the prophet Muhammad.

"Historians often refer to this period as the Rashid caliphate."

How to use Rashid

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA common Arabic male name meaning "wise" or "rightly guided."

Word forms

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Etymology

From Arabic rašīd, meaning "rightly guided" or "wise."

Origin: Arabic

Frequently asked questions

What does “Rashid” mean?

The word “Rashid” means a male given name of Arabic origin, meaning roughly "rightly guided" or "wise.". In plain terms, a common Arabic male name meaning "wise" or "rightly guided.".

How do you use “Rashid” in a sentence?

Here is “Rashid” used in a sentence: “Rashid is a common name across the Arabic-speaking world and beyond.”

What part of speech is “Rashid”?

Depending on how it is used, “Rashid” can be a name and an adjective.

Where does the word “Rashid” come from?

The word “Rashid” comes from Arabic. From Arabic rašīd, meaning "rightly guided" or "wise.".

How many meanings does “Rashid” have?

“Rashid” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a male given name of Arabic origin, meaning roughly "rightly guided" or "wise.".

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