Rashidi is an African name of Yoruba origin, predominantly used among Nigerians and other West African communities. It means "a friend, companion". This name has gained international recognition due to its uniqueness and cultural significance. Rashidi is composed of two elements: 'Ra' meaning 'friend' and 'shidi' meaning 'companion'. Thus, the name signifies a sense of camaraderie and fellowship.
The name Rashidi experienced a significant peak in popularity between 1977 and 1978 with 22 births recorded over these two years combined. However, there was a substantial decline thereafter, with fewer than 10 births per year from 1979 to 1982. There was another spike in 1993 and 1999, but the overall trend shows a decrease in popularity of the name Rashidi over time, with only five births recorded in 2002. In total, there were ninety births named Rashidi from 1975 to 2002.