إرشاد

Irshaad

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Irshaad is a Muslim boy name meaning “Guidance, direction to the right path”.

MeaningGuidance, direction to the right path
GenderBoy
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingإرشاد
Pronunciationir-SHAHD
Arabic rootر ش د (r-sh-d) — right guidance
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Irshaad

Irshaad is a spelling of Irshād, the act of guiding someone to the right way. It comes from the root r-sh-d, which also gives Rashīd and Murshid. In South Asia the name is popular for boys and is used in the Sufi sense of spiritual guidance.

Is Irshaad a Muslim name?

Yes. Irshaad is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning guidance.

Is Irshaad in the Quran?

The root appears in 'The right way (al-rushd) has become clear from error' (Quran 2:256).

Where is the name Irshaad used?

Common in Pakistan, India and Bangladesh (Ershad).

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Spellings and variants of Irshaad

IrshadErshadErshaadIrşad

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Irshaad mean?

Irshaad means 'Guidance, direction to the right path'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Irshaad a Muslim name?

Yes. Irshaad is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning guidance.

How do you write Irshaad in Arabic?

Irshaad is written إرشاد in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Irshaad?

Irshaad is pronounced ir-SHAHD.

Is Irshaad mentioned in the Quran?

The root appears in 'The right way (al-rushd) has become clear from error' (Quran 2:256).

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.