Rapunzel Girl

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Origin(s)

Pronunciationrah-PUN-zel / /ræˈpʌn.zəl/

German; English

Meaning

German: herb; English: a name from a fairy tale

Historical & Cultural Background

Rapunzel is a character from the Brothers Grimm fairy tale 'Rapunzel', first published in 1812. The story features a young girl with long hair who is locked in a tower. The name itself is derived from the German word for a type of salad herb, which is also known as rampion. The tale has been adapted into various forms of media, including animated films and stage productions.

Trend Summary

The name Rapunzel has seen limited use in the U.S., primarily associated with the fairy tale and its adaptations.

Similar Names

RavenRafaelaRheaRoxanneRhiannonReneeRebeccaRosalind

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Famous people named Rapunzel

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Fictional characters named Rapunzel

Rapunzel is the main character in Disney's animated film 'Tangled', known for her magical long hair and adventurous spirit.

Rapunzel appears in the Brothers Grimm fairy tale 'Rapunzel', where she is trapped in a tower by a witch.

Sibling Suggestions

IsabellaAuroraCinderellaBelleSnow WhiteMoanaMulan

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Rapunzel was first seen in the United States in 1959. Rapunzel has ranked as high as #1124 nationally, which occurred in 1959, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Rapunzel has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Rapunzel

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
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20176