Boy
Rashad
good sense, right guidance
About Rashad
This distinctive name carries a confident, modern energy that feels both timeless and contemporary. Rashad works beautifully across cultures and languages, offering a smooth phonetic flow that's easy to pronounce yet memorable. The strong consonants bookending the softer middle vowel create a balanced sound that commands attention without being harsh. Parents choosing this name often appreciate its sophisticated urban appeal and its ability to transition seamlessly from childhood through adulthood. It's a name that suits a creative spirit, someone who might grow into leadership roles or artistic pursuits. The double "a" gives it an open, approachable quality while maintaining dignity and presence.
Popularity of the Name Rashad
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | |
|---|---|
| 1974 | #968 |
| 1975 | #762 |
| 1976 | #784 |
| 1977 | #455 |
| 1978 | #418 |
| 1979 | #430 |
| 1980 | #473 |
| 1981 | #460 |
| 1982 | #528 |
| 1983 | #573 |
| 1984 | #632 |
| 1985 | #684 |
| 1986 | #385 |
| 1987 | #336 |
| 1988 | #367 |
| 1989 | #348 |
| 1990 | #356 |
| 1991 | #376 |
| 1992 | #415 |
| 1993 | #454 |
| 1994 | #429 |
| 1995 | #469 |
| 1996 | #499 |
| 1997 | #540 |
| 1998 | #570 |
| 1999 | #655 |
| 2000 | #646 |
| 2001 | #630 |
| 2002 | #599 |
| 2003 | #671 |
| 2004 | #723 |
| 2005 | #843 |
| 2006 | #660 |
| 2007 | #584 |
| 2008 | #648 |
| 2009 | #617 |
| 2010 | #622 |
| 2011 | #715 |
| 2012 | #835 |
| 2013 | #870 |
| 2014 | #919 |
| 2015 | #943 |
| 2017 | #982 |
Top names by country: United States
Variations of Name Rashad
Names Similar to Rashad
Nicknames for Rashad
- Rash
- Shad
- Ray
- Rashy
Famous People Named Rashad
| Rashad Vaughn | Professional basketball player |
| Rashad Greene | Former NFL wide receiver |
| Rashad McCants | Former NBA player |
| Rashad Evans | Former MMA fighter and UFC Light Heavyweight Champion |
| Rashad Ross | Professional football player |
| Rashad Khalifa | Egyptian-American biochemist and Quranic translator |
| Rashad Becker | German musician and mastering engineer |
| Rashad Hussain | American attorney and diplomat |
| Rashad Haughton | Brother of the late singer Aaliyah |
| Rashad Alakbarov | Azerbaijani artist known for his shadow art |
| Rashad Harden | DJ Rashad - American electronic musician and DJ |
| Rashad Robinson | American civil rights activist and executive director of Color of Change |
| Rashad Weaver | Professional football player |
| Rashad Jennings | British television presenter and personality |
| Rashad Carmichael | Former NFL cornerback |
| Rashad Johnson | American dancer and choreographer |
| Rashad Young | American government official and city administrator |
Characters Named Rashad
| Rashad Shakir | Character in the TV series "Power" |
| Rashad Brannon | Character in the film "Boyz n the Hood" |
| Rashad Howard | Character in the TV series "Empire" |
| Rashad Gideon | Character in the novel "American Street" by Ibi Zoboi |
| Rashad Tate | Character in the TV series "Power" |
| Rashad Hawkins | Character in the novel "Lawn Boy" by Jonathan Evison |
| Rashad Owens | Character in the film "Fruitvale Station" |
| Rashad Ahmad | Character in the TV series "The Quad" |
| Rashad Stone | Character in the film "This Christmas" |
| Rashad Coleman | Character in the film "Dear White People" |
| Rashad Callaway | Character in the TV series "The Chi" |
| Rashad Ridley | Character in the film "Queen & Slim" |
| Rashad Carter | Character in the TV series "Dear White People" |
| Rashad Horne | Character in the TV series "Black Lightning" |
| Rashad Randle | Character in the film "Get Hard" |
| Rashad Brooks | Character in the film "Queen & Slim" |
| Rashad Harris | Character in the TV series "All American" |
| Rashad Washington | Character in the film "Love & Basketball" |
| Rashad Thomas | Character in the TV series "The Quad" |