رشا

Rasha

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Rasha is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Young gazelle, fawn”.

MeaningYoung gazelle, fawn
GenderGirl
OriginArabic
Written asرشا
PronunciationRAH-shah
TraditionMuslim
Used inEgypt, Iraq, Syria, Lebanon

Meaning and origin of Rasha

In Arabic, rashaʾ is a gazelle fawn just old enough to walk beside its mother, and Rasha is drawn from that word. Arabic poets used the gazelle as a picture of grace and lovely eyes, so the name is a compliment to elegance. It has been a settled favourite for girls in Iraq, Egypt and the Levant for many years. A Russian name with the same spelling has no connection to it.

Is Rasha a Muslim name?

Rasha, meaning young gazelle, is an Arabic girl's name long used by Muslim families.

How popular is Rasha?

It is common in Egypt, Iraq, Syria, Lebanon and Jordan.

Gifts with the name Rasha

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Spellings and variants of Rasha

Rashaa

Names similar to Rasha

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Rasha mean?

Rasha means 'Young gazelle, fawn'. It is of Arabic origin.

Is Rasha a Muslim name?

Rasha, meaning young gazelle, is an Arabic girl's name long used by Muslim families.

How do you pronounce Rasha?

Rasha is pronounced RAH-shah.

Is Rasha a boy or girl name?

Rasha is usually a girl name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.