Declining since 1993, #7,679 for boys today.
Popularity of Rashard since 1974
Babies named Rashard per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 228 |
| 1980s | 610 |
| 1990s | 768 |
| 2000s | 640 |
| 2010s | 379 |
| 2020s | 87 |
Meaning & origin
Rashard first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1974 and saw its peak popularity in 1994. Since 1993, its usage has been steadily declining, reflecting a shift away from the stylistic trends that made it popular in the late 20th century. In 2025, it ranked 7,679th, with approximately 1 in every 170,808 boys receiving the name. The name is primarily used in African American communities and is a creative respelling of Richard, combining traditional roots with a distinctive sound.
Rashard is likely a modern variant of the name Richard, which derives from the Old Germanic elements 'ric' (ruler, power) and 'hard' (brave, strong). It emerged in the United States in the late 20th century, particularly among African American families who adapted traditional names with distinctive phonetic flourishes.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Rash, Sha
Sibling names for Rashard
Names that share Rashard's style, for a brother or sister.
