Rashidat
Rashidat is a Muslim girl name of Arabic, Yoruba form origin, meaning “Rightly guided, wise”.
| Meaning | Rightly guided, wise |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, Yoruba form |
| Written as | راشدة |
| Pronunciation | rah-shee-DAHT |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Nigeria |
Meaning and origin of Rashidat
Rashidat is the Yoruba version of Rāshida, the Arabic feminine of Rashid. Many Yoruba Muslim names end in '-at', which mirrors how speakers voice the Arabic feminine ending. The root r-sh-d is about keeping to the right path and showing good judgement in what one does. The name therefore describes a girl who is wise and well guided, and it sits alongside other Yoruba forms such as Rasheedat.
Is Rashidat a Muslim name?
Nigerian Muslim families use Rashidat as their spelling of Rashida. The root r-sh-d appears in the Quran, for example in 'the right way has become clear from the wrong' (Quran 2:256).
How popular is Rashidat?
It is common among Yoruba Muslims in south-western Nigeria.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rashidat mean?
Rashidat means 'Rightly guided, wise'. It is of Arabic, Yoruba form origin.
Is Rashidat a Muslim name?
Nigerian Muslim families use Rashidat as their spelling of Rashida. The root r-sh-d appears in the Quran, for example in 'the right way has become clear from the wrong' (Quran 2:256).
How do you pronounce Rashidat?
Rashidat is pronounced rah-shee-DAHT.
Is Rashidat a boy or girl name?
Rashidat is usually a girl name.