Rachel Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationRAY-chuhl / /ˈreɪ.tʃəl/Hebrew
Meaning
Ewe
Historical & Cultural Background
Rachel is a name of Hebrew origin, commonly associated with the biblical figure Rachel, the wife of Jacob and mother of Joseph and Benjamin. In Jewish tradition, Rachel is often seen as a symbol of motherhood and compassion. The name has been popular in various cultures and languages, particularly in Christian contexts due to its biblical roots.
Trend Summary
Rachel has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the 1980s and 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Rachael
- Rachelle
International Variants
- Raquel (Spanish)
- Rachelle (French)
- Rakel (Norwegian)
- Ráhel (Hungarian)
Famous people named Rachel
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Fictional characters named Rachel
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rachel was first seen in the United States in 1899. Rachel has ranked as high as #1090 nationally, which occurred in 1989, and has been most popular in California, District of Columbia, New York, Kentucky, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Rachel has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Rachel (2004)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| KY | 25 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1899 | 5 |
| 1900 | 5 |
| 1910 | 5 |
| 1914 | 5 |
| 1915 | 7 |
| 1916 | 8 |
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1918 | 6 |
| 1919 | 8 |
| 1920 | 8 |
| 1921 | 10 |
| 1922 | 10 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1925 | 8 |
| 1926 | 8 |
| 1927 | 7 |
| 1928 | 8 |
| 1929 | 11 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1932 | 11 |
| 1933 | 10 |
| 1934 | 13 |
| 1935 | 11 |
| 1936 | 17 |
| 1937 | 12 |
| 1938 | 9 |
| 1939 | 9 |
| 1940 | 7 |
| 1941 | 17 |
| 1942 | 10 |
| 1943 | 8 |
| 1945 | 7 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1951 | 7 |
| 1952 | 11 |
| 1953 | 9 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1955 | 13 |
| 1956 | 9 |
| 1957 | 7 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1959 | 7 |
| 1961 | 7 |
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1965 | 12 |
| 1966 | 8 |
| 1967 | 12 |
| 1968 | 11 |
| 1969 | 18 |
| 1970 | 20 |
| 1971 | 32 |
| 1972 | 15 |
| 1973 | 21 |
| 1974 | 35 |
| 1975 | 23 |
| 1976 | 28 |
| 1977 | 38 |
| 1978 | 38 |
| 1979 | 41 |
| 1980 | 57 |
| 1981 | 50 |
| 1982 | 64 |
| 1983 | 43 |
| 1984 | 83 |
| 1985 | 77 |
| 1986 | 56 |
| 1987 | 63 |
| 1988 | 62 |
| 1989 | 106 |
| 1990 | 40 |
| 1991 | 32 |
| 1992 | 26 |
| 1993 | 26 |
| 1994 | 25 |
| 1995 | 28 |
| 1996 | 25 |
| 1997 | 23 |
| 1998 | 18 |
| 1999 | 17 |
| 2000 | 12 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 15 |
| 2003 | 14 |
| 2004 | 34 |
| 2005 | 13 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2018 | 5 |