Elrashid
Elrashid is a Muslim boy name meaning “The rightly guided, the wise”.
| Meaning | The rightly guided, the wise |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | الرشيد |
| Pronunciation | el-ra-SHEED |
| Arabic root | ر ش د (r-sh-d) — right guidance, maturity |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Elrashid
Elrashid is al-Rashīd, rightly guided, mature in judgement. Al-Rashīd is counted among the Names of God in many lists. The most famous bearer of the title is the Abbasid caliph Hārūn al-Rashīd of Baghdad. The name is common in Sudan, where it is often written as one word.
Is Elrashid a Muslim name?
Yes. Elrashid is a Muslim name meaning 'the rightly guided' or 'the wise'.
Is Elrashid in the Quran?
Lūṭ asks his people: 'Is there not among you a man of right mind?' (Quran 11:78).
Where is the name Elrashid used?
Common in Sudan; Rashid is used all over the Muslim world.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Elrashid mean?
Elrashid means 'The rightly guided, the wise'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Elrashid a Muslim name?
Yes. Elrashid is a Muslim name meaning 'the rightly guided' or 'the wise'.
How do you write Elrashid in Arabic?
Elrashid is written الرشيد in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Elrashid?
Elrashid is pronounced el-ra-SHEED.
Is Elrashid mentioned in the Quran?
Lūṭ asks his people: 'Is there not among you a man of right mind?' (Quran 11:78).