Rightly guided or wise
Derived from the Arabic root 'r-sh-d', it signifies someone who is on the right path or possesses integrity. In Islamic tradition, Al-Rashid is one of the 99 names of Allah, representing the ultimate guide. It is a common name across North Africa and the Middle East.
Less common today
Rachid isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,508 in 1992.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Algerian singer and activist known for blending rock with raï
Oscar-nominated French-Algerian film director
Former Moroccan international footballer
French-Algerian businessman and political activist
