Rochel Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationROH-kel / ˈroʊ.kɛlHebrew
Meaning
ewe
Historical & Cultural Background
Rochel is a feminine form of the Hebrew name Rachel, which is associated with the biblical figure Rachel, the wife of Jacob. In Jewish tradition, Rachel is revered as a matriarch and is often symbolized as a figure of compassion and motherhood. The name has been used in various cultures, particularly within Jewish communities, and has maintained popularity over centuries.
Trend Summary
Rochel has seen consistent use within Jewish communities, with a stable presence in baby name registries.
Similar Names
Variants
- Rochelle
- Rachael
International Variants
- Raquel (Spanish)
- Rakel (Norwegian)
- Rachelle (French)
Famous people named Rochel
Rochel Garner Cohen was an American author known for her contributions to children's literature.
Rochel Chabad was a prominent figure in the Chabad-Lubavitch movement, recognized for her community work.
Rochel W. Heller is a noted Israeli artist whose works have been exhibited internationally.
Rochel S. Kahn is a respected educator and speaker in Jewish communities.
Fictional characters named Rochel
Rochel is a character in the novel 'The Chosen' by Chaim Potok, representing the complexities of Jewish identity.
Rochel is featured in the animated series 'Shalom Sesame' as a character who teaches children about Jewish traditions.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rochel was first seen in the United States in 1947. Rochel has ranked as high as #1241 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in New York, New Jersey, California, Ohio, and Maryland. In the past 5 years the name Rochel has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Rochel (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NJ | 66 | |
| NY | 39 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1947 | 9 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1951 | 8 |
| 1952 | 12 |
| 1953 | 7 |
| 1954 | 11 |
| 1955 | 10 |
| 1956 | 8 |
| 1957 | 15 |
| 1958 | 20 |
| 1959 | 14 |
| 1960 | 20 |
| 1961 | 9 |
| 1962 | 14 |
| 1963 | 8 |
| 1964 | 10 |
| 1965 | 10 |
| 1966 | 14 |
| 1967 | 25 |
| 1968 | 20 |
| 1969 | 17 |
| 1970 | 26 |
| 1971 | 21 |
| 1972 | 20 |
| 1973 | 19 |
| 1974 | 23 |
| 1975 | 32 |
| 1976 | 31 |
| 1977 | 32 |
| 1978 | 28 |
| 1979 | 38 |
| 1980 | 38 |
| 1981 | 47 |
| 1982 | 44 |
| 1983 | 34 |
| 1984 | 47 |
| 1985 | 59 |
| 1986 | 51 |
| 1987 | 43 |
| 1988 | 45 |
| 1989 | 43 |
| 1990 | 43 |
| 1991 | 44 |
| 1992 | 60 |
| 1993 | 56 |
| 1994 | 42 |
| 1995 | 54 |
| 1996 | 58 |
| 1997 | 39 |
| 1998 | 58 |
| 1999 | 67 |
| 2000 | 52 |
| 2001 | 63 |
| 2002 | 87 |
| 2003 | 66 |
| 2004 | 65 |
| 2005 | 77 |
| 2006 | 88 |
| 2007 | 91 |
| 2008 | 108 |
| 2009 | 95 |
| 2010 | 94 |
| 2011 | 80 |
| 2012 | 95 |
| 2013 | 104 |
| 2014 | 103 |
| 2015 | 103 |
| 2016 | 113 |
| 2017 | 96 |
| 2018 | 102 |
| 2019 | 131 |
| 2020 | 95 |
| 2021 | 109 |
| 2022 | 106 |
| 2023 | 117 |
| 2024 | 120 |