Rasheedah
Rasheedah is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Wise, rightly guided”.
| Meaning | Wise, rightly guided |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | رشيدة |
| Pronunciation | ra-SHEE-dah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | United States, United Kingdom |
Meaning and origin of Rasheedah
Rasheedah is a spelling of Rashīda that adds a final h to show the Arabic feminine ending. It comes from the root r-sh-d, which speaks of right guidance and maturity. The name describes a woman who is sensible and stays on the right path. This spelling is particularly popular in Britain and with Muslim families in the African American community, where Arabic names are often written with a final h.
Is Rasheedah a Muslim name?
Rasheedah is another spelling of Rasheeda. Its root appears in 'Is there not among you a single right-minded man (rashīd)?' (Quran 11:78).
How popular is Rasheedah?
It is used mainly in the United States and Britain.
Gifts with the name Rasheedah
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- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Rasheedah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rasheedah mean?
Rasheedah means 'Wise, rightly guided'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Rasheedah a Muslim name?
Rasheedah is another spelling of Rasheeda. Its root appears in 'Is there not among you a single right-minded man (rashīd)?' (Quran 11:78).
How do you pronounce Rasheedah?
Rasheedah is pronounced ra-SHEE-dah.
Is Rasheedah a boy or girl name?
Rasheedah is usually a girl name.