The nameRachida
Rachida is a girl's name of Arabic origin meaning "rightly guided, wise". It has been given in France for several decades.
- Girl's name
- Arabic
Meaning
Rachida comes from the Arabic rashida, "rightly guided, sensible".
Origin
Arabic. It is the feminine of Rachid.
History
The name has been given in France for several decades, with a peak around 1980.
Popularity of the name Rachida
Rachida in France
Rachida was most popular in France in the 1970s, with 2,145 births over the decade, 33% of all recorded babies named Rachida. Its rise began around 1954, and it peaked in 1981. Half of all babies named Rachida in France were born before 1977, so it is mostly a parents' generation name. Over the last five years on record, it has been falling: 18 births a year on average, against 22 in the five years before.
Variants and related names
Rachida in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rachida mean?
Rachida comes from the Arabic rashida, "rightly guided, sensible".
What is the origin of the name Rachida?
Arabic. It is the feminine of Rachid.
Is Rachida a girl's or a boy's name?
Rachida is a girl's name.
What are the variants of the name Rachida?
Variants and related names of Rachida include Rachid.