Rasheed
Meaning of Rasheed
Rasheed is a male name with Arabic origins. It is pronounced as rah-SHEED (/rɑːˈʃiːd/). The variation of this name is Rashid. Rasheed has been given to newborns in the United States since at least 1968, with fluctuating popularity over the years. In recent years, it has consistently ranked within the top 4000 names for baby boys. This timeless name carries an air of strength and intelligence, making it a great choice for parents looking for a name that exudes confidence and cultural richness.
Pronunciation
Arabic
- Pronunced as rah-SHEED (/rɑːˈʃiːd/)
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Notable People Named Rasheed
| Rasheed Abdul Wallace is a former professional basketball player and current coach, known for his 16-season career in the NBA. |
| Rasheed Wesley Sulaimon is an American-Nigerian professional basketball player known for his time with Duke Blue Devils and Maryland. |
| Rasheed Amar Walker is an American football offensive tackle for the Green Bay Packers of the National Football League (NFL) and played college football at Penn State. |
| Colonel Rasheed Alade Shekoni began his military journey at the Nigerian Military School and later continued his education at the Nigerian Defence Academy. |
| Rasheed Dwyer is a Jamaican sprinter known for winning gold in the 200 meters at the 2011 Summer Universiade and the 2014 Commonwealth Games, and for representing Jamaica in the 2020 Summer Olympics. |
