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  RACHEL

The meaning of the unisex name Rachel is EWE

Details on RACHEL:

Gender:
Unisex
Meaning(s):
Gental
Popularity for Girl:
515th in the USA (top 5%)
Popularity for Boy:
32,200th in the USA (bottom 50%)
Origin(s) 
Themes / lists: 

Latest USA SSA birth information:

1,285 births
RACHEL as a GIRL in 2024
5 births
RACHEL as a BOY in 2018

The meaning(s) of RACHEL:

The name Rachel is a German baby name. In German the meaning of the name Rachel is: Lamb.
German meaning
The name Rachel is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Rachel is: Lamb.
American meaning
The name Rachel is a Hebrew baby name. In Hebrew the meaning of the name Rachel is: Ewe. Rachel was the second and favoured wife of Jacob in the Old Testament.
Hebrew meaning
The name Rachel is a Biblical baby name. In Biblical the meaning of the name Rachel is: Sheep.
Biblical meaning

USA SSA birth(s) for RACHEL:

Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name RACHEL

 RACHEL as a girl

YearGirl Births
20241285 births
20231223 births
20221261 births
20211271 births
20201305 births
20191547 births
20181558 births
20171591 births
20161869 births
20151927 births
20142081 births
20132311 births
20122413 births
20112655 births
20103016 births
20093582 births

 RACHEL as a boy

YearBoy Births
20185 births
20145 births
20127 births
20095 births
20085 births
20077 births
20067 births
200513 births
200434 births
200314 births
200215 births
20018 births
200012 births
199917 births
199818 births
199723 births

About the name RACHEL

Rachel, a name steeped in history and meaning, finds its roots in the Hebrew word "raḥel," which translates to "ewe," symbolizing purity and gentleness. This beloved name has been cherished across centuries, often associated with the Biblical figure Rachel, the beloved wife of Jacob, who embodies beauty, devotion, and maternal strength. Its melodic quality and warm resonance have made it a timeless choice, favored in many cultures around the world. In the United States, Rachel has been a popular name since the 1970s, reflecting a blend of tradition and modernity. In France, the name evokes elegance and charm, while in Italy, it carries a sense of familial warmth. The name also finds its place in various cultures, appearing in forms such as Rachael and Raquel, loved by families in Spanish-speaking countries. Whether whispered in the fields of Israel or celebrated in the bustling streets of Paris, Rachel is a name that wraps itself around the heart, evoking a sense of heritage, love, and connection—a perfect choice for a new beginning.

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