Raquel Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationrah-KEL / /raˈkɛl/Spanish; Portuguese
Meaning
Spanish: ewe; Portuguese: little innocent one
Historical & Cultural Background
Raquel is a name of Spanish and Portuguese origin, commonly used in various cultures. It is often associated with the biblical figure Rachel, who was the wife of Jacob and mother of Joseph and Benjamin. The name has been popular in Latin American countries and among Spanish-speaking communities. In modern times, Raquel has been embraced in various forms of media and culture.
Trend Summary
Raquel has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a peak in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Raqel
International Variants
- Rakel (Norwegian)
- Raquel (Catalan)
- Rachelle (French)
Famous people named Raquel
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Fictional characters named Raquel
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Raquel was first seen in the United States in 1918. Raquel has ranked as high as #1211 nationally, which occurred in 1990, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Raquel has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Raquel (1992)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1969 | 8 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1971 | 12 |
| 1973 | 10 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1977 | 9 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 11 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1984 | 12 |
| 1985 | 14 |
| 1986 | 14 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 16 |
| 1991 | 15 |
| 1992 | 16 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2004 | 5 |