Rushda is a feminine Arabic name, the female equivalent of Rushd. The root name Rushd derives from the Arabic root رشد (rashada), meaning "to be on the right path" or "to follow the right course." As a result, Rushda carries the connotation of righteousness, guidance, and moral integrity.
In Arabic-speaking regions, names derived from this root are common, symbolizing the value of wisdom and correct guidance in Islamic culture. The name is often chosen to express a hope that the bearer will lead a life of virtue and be guided toward the right path.
Notable bearers of the name Rushda include the Indian civil servant and author Rushda Rashid, though the name is not widely known outside of the Muslim world. Variants of Rushd, such as Rashid and Rashida, are more prevalent across different cultures.
- Meaning: Feminine form of Rushd, "right path"
- Origin: Arabic
- Usage: Arabic
- Root: كرشد (Rushd)