Will my child share the name Rashid with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 8 UK babies named Rashid per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Rashid in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Rashid becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Rashid is declining: down 436 places since 2020, to #2,664 in 2025. It peaked at #1,096 in 2000.

Is Rashid a good choice for a distinctive name?

Rashid is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Is Rashid a popular baby name in the United States?

Rashid does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

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Rashid is a distinctive choice, ranked #2664 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Rashid in their class.

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UK Rank 2025

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About the Name Rashid

Rashid has seen a notable decline in recent years, dropping 444 places in five years. It was most popular in 2000 at #1096 — parents choosing it today are making a deliberately counter-trend decision. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.

Rashid is rare in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Rashid in their class.