Rasul

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Rasul Pronunciation

Rasul is pronounced rah-SOOL /rɑˈsul/Medium

Meaning: From Arabic rasul, 'a messenger; an apostle; one who is sent' — a title for the prophets, especially the Prophet Muhammad; we note the prophetic titleLow

In 30 seconds: A messenger; an apostle: Rasul is Arabic 'a messenger'. Crisp, devout, and warm (said 'rah-SOOL').

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Origin MediumArabic

MeaningFrom Arabic rasul, 'a messenger; an apostle; one who is sent' — a title for the prophets, especially the Prophet Muhammad; we note the prophetic title

U.S. rank (2024)#6716 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births13 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year1994

Total births (all-time)≈ 398

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Rasul comes from Arabic rasul, 'a messenger; an apostle; one who is sent' — a revered title for the prophets, especially the Prophet Muhammad, called Rasul Allah, 'the Messenger of God' (we note the prophetic title). A crisp, devout name across the Arab, Central Asian, and Caucasus Muslim worlds (said 'rah-SOOL'; nickname Ras).

In the U.S. it appears in Muslim families. Rare, a-messenger at the root, and devout.

Did you know? Rasul means 'a messenger; an apostle; one who is sent' in Arabic — a title for the prophets, especially the Prophet Muhammad (Rasul Allah, 'Messenger of God') — a crisp, devout name (we note the prophetic title; said 'rah-SOOL').

Overall data confidence 55%

Arabic references — Rasul — prophetic title noted

Variations

RasoolRassulRasoul

Nicknames

Ras

Themes & Styles

Arabic

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Rasul?

Rasul is pronounced rah-SOOL (/rɑˈsul/). Press play above to hear Rasul said aloud.

How do you say Rasul?

Rasul is said rah-SOOL (/rɑˈsul/). Press play above to hear Rasul said aloud.

What does the name Rasul mean?

Rasul is Arabic for 'a messenger; an apostle' — a title for the prophets, especially Muhammad. We note the prophetic title.

Is Rasul a boy or girl name?

Rasul is a boy's name.

How popular is Rasul?

Rasul is a rare name in the U.S.