رشد

Rushd

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Rushd is a Muslim boy name meaning “Right guidance, maturity of judgement”.

MeaningRight guidance, maturity of judgement
GenderBoy
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingرشد
PronunciationROOSHD
Arabic rootر ش د (r-sh-d) — to be rightly guided
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Rushd

Rushd is an Arabic noun meaning right guidance, sound judgement and maturity. It shares a root with Rashid and Rashad. The word is familiar from the family name of Ibn Rushd (Averroes), the 12th-century Andalusian judge and philosopher. As a first name it is uncommon but meaningful.

Is Rushd a Muslim name?

Yes. Rushd is an Arabic name with a clear Islamic meaning of right guidance, and the word itself appears in the Quran.

Is Rushd in the Quran?

The word appears in the Quran: 'The right course has become clear from the wrong' (Quran 2:256).

Where is the name Rushd used?

Rare as a first name; known mostly through Ibn Rushd and in Arab countries.

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Spellings and variants of Rushd

RoshdRushdi

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Rushd mean?

Rushd means 'Right guidance, maturity of judgement'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Rushd a Muslim name?

Yes. Rushd is an Arabic name with a clear Islamic meaning of right guidance, and the word itself appears in the Quran.

How do you write Rushd in Arabic?

Rushd is written رشد in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Rushd?

Rushd is pronounced ROOSHD.

Is Rushd mentioned in the Quran?

The word appears in the Quran: 'The right course has become clear from the wrong' (Quran 2:256).

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