Holding steady.
Popularity of Rasool since 1976
Babies named Rasool per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 53 |
| 1980s | 21 |
| 1990s | 20 |
| 2000s | 10 |
| 2010s | 16 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Rasool is an Arabic name deeply rooted in Islamic theology, where it serves as a title for a messenger of God. In the United States, it first appeared in Social Security records in 1976, reflecting the growing diversity of the American Muslim community. Its peak year of 1977 saw the highest number of births, though the name has remained very rare, with no recorded instances in most years. The trajectory has been stable, meaning it has neither surged nor fallen dramatically. While it has never ranked in the top 1000 or achieved a 1-in-N ratio high enough to calculate, its consistent but sparse use underscores its status as a distinctive choice that carries profound religious significance.
Rasool is the Arabic word for 'messenger' or 'apostle,' cognate with the Hebrew 'shaliach.' In Islamic tradition, it is a title given to prophets who brought a new scripture or law, most notably the Prophet Muhammad, who is called 'Rasul Allah' (Messenger of God). The name has been used throughout the Muslim world for centuries, though it is far more common as a title than a given name in many regions.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Raso, Sool
Variants: Rasul, Rassoul
Sibling names for Rasool
Names that share Rasool's style, for a brother or sister.
