Ted Rashid

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Ted Rashid — English
96K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Ted Rashid is a name that combines English origins. The first name Ted is a masculine given name of English origin. Ted is a masculine given name. It is usually a diminutive form (hypocorism) for Edward, Edwin, Edgar, Edmund, Theodore, among other names. Alternatives of Ted are Ned, Teddy, and Ed. Ted Cruz (born 1970), Canadian-born American politician Ted Danson (born 1947), American actor Ted Ginn Jr. (born 1985), Former American NFL player Ted Ginn Sr. (born 1955), American football coach and father of Ted Ginn Jr. The surname Rashid: Rashid is the transliteration of two male given names: Arabic: راشد Rāshid and Arabic: رشيد Rashīd (also spelled Rasheed), both meaning 'rightly guided', 'having the true faith', or alternatively, 'the high one'. In Islamic tradition, al-Rashid is one of the 99 names of Allah, and thus as a personal name is often used with the word abd (عبد الرشيد, ʻAbd al-Rashīd; "servant of the rightly guided"). Ted is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 96K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Ted reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Ted

English

Ted is a masculine given name. It is usually a diminutive form (hypocorism) for Edward, Edwin, Edgar, Edmund, Theodore, among other names. Alternatives of Ted are Ned, Teddy, and Ed. Ted Cruz (born 1970), Canadian-born American politician Ted Danson (born 1947), American actor Ted Ginn Jr. (born 1985), Former American NFL player Ted Ginn Sr. (born 1955), American football coach and father of Ted Ginn Jr.

Surname: Rashid

Vietnamese

Rashid is the transliteration of two male given names: Arabic: راشد Rāshid and Arabic: رشيد Rashīd (also spelled Rasheed), both meaning 'rightly guided', 'having the true faith', or alternatively, 'the high one'. In Islamic tradition, al-Rashid is one of the 99 names of Allah, and thus as a personal name is often used with the word abd (عبد الرشيد, ʻAbd al-Rashīd; "servant of the rightly guided").

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Ted is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 13%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Ted by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Ted Rashid

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Ted Rashid:

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

6
Soul Urge Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Ted?
The first name Ted originates from English. Ted is a masculine given name. It is usually a diminutive form (hypocorism) for Edward, Edwin, Edgar, Edmund, Theodore, among other names. Alternatives of Ted are Ned, Teddy, and Ed. Ted Cruz (born 1970), Canadian-born American politician Ted Danson (born 1947), American actor Ted Ginn Jr. (born 1985), Former American NFL player Ted Ginn Sr. (born 1955), American football coach and father of Ted Ginn Jr.
When was Ted most popular?
The name Ted reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Rashid?
The surname Rashid originates from Vietnamese. Rashid is the transliteration of two male given names: Arabic: راشد Rāshid and Arabic: رشيد Rashīd (also spelled Rasheed), both meaning 'rightly guided', 'having the true faith', or alternatively, 'the high one'. In Islamic tradition, al-Rashid is one of the 99 names of Allah, and thus as a personal name is often used with the word abd (عبد الرشيد, ʻAbd al-Rashīd; "servant of the rightly guided").
What are the origins of the name Ted Rashid?
The name Ted Rashid combines two different traditions: the first name Ted has English roots, while the surname Rashid originates from Vietnamese.
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