Rashidi
Rashidi is a Muslim boy name meaning “Rightly guided, wise”.
| Meaning | Rightly guided, wise |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Swahili form of Arabic Rashīd |
| Arabic spelling | رشيد |
| Pronunciation | rah-SHEE-dee |
| Arabic root | ر ش د (r-sh-d) — to be rightly guided |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Rashidi
Rashidi is the Swahili form of Rashīd, 'rightly guided' or 'mature in judgement'. Al-Rashīd is listed among the names of God in some traditions, and the first four Caliphs are called al-Khulafāʾ al-Rāshidūn, the Rightly Guided Caliphs. Swahili adds a final -i, giving Rashidi.
Is Rashidi a Muslim name?
Yes. Rashidi is a Muslim name, the Swahili form of Rashid, meaning 'rightly guided'.
Is Rashidi in the Quran?
The word is used in the Quran: 'Is there not among you a right-minded man (rajulun rashīd)?' (Quran 11:78).
Where is the name Rashidi used?
Common in Tanzania and Kenya.
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Spellings and variants of Rashidi
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rashidi mean?
Rashidi means 'Rightly guided, wise'. It comes from Swahili form of Arabic Rashīd.
Is Rashidi a Muslim name?
Yes. Rashidi is a Muslim name, the Swahili form of Rashid, meaning 'rightly guided'.
How do you write Rashidi in Arabic?
Rashidi is written رشيد in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Rashidi?
Rashidi is pronounced rah-SHEE-dee.
Is Rashidi mentioned in the Quran?
The word is used in the Quran: 'Is there not among you a right-minded man (rajulun rashīd)?' (Quran 11:78).