Rachael Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationRAY-chuhl / /ˈreɪ.tʃəl/Hebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: Ewe; English: Variant of Rachel
Historical & Cultural Background
Rachael is a variant of the name Rachel, which has Hebrew origins. In the Bible, Rachel is the favored wife of Jacob and the mother of Joseph and Benjamin. The name has been popular in various cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries. It has seen various spellings and adaptations over time, with Rachael being one of them.
Trend Summary
Rachael has experienced fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Rachael
- Rachel
International Variants
- Raquel (Spanish)
- Rachelle (French)
- Rakel (Norwegian)
- Ráhel (Hungarian)
Famous people named Rachael
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rachael was first seen in the United States in 1968. Rachael has ranked as high as #1134 nationally, which occurred in 1987, and has been most popular in District of Columbia. In the past 5 years the name Rachael has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Rachael (1989)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DC | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1979 | 10 |
| 1980 | 12 |
| 1981 | 11 |
| 1982 | 14 |
| 1983 | 12 |
| 1984 | 9 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1986 | 11 |
| 1987 | 17 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1989 | 16 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 2004 | 6 |