Racheal
Racheal is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Ewe or female sheep.
Origin and history
Racheal is a spelling variant of the biblical name Rachel, which derives from the Hebrew word for ewe. While less common than the traditional spelling, it saw noticeable usage in the United States during the late 20th century. Today, it remains a recognizable classical variation.
Popularity in the United States
10,520 babies in the United States have been named Racheal since 1880. It ranks #1584 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2071.
States where it is most popular
- TX (12.6 %)
- CA (10.4 %)
- OH (7 %)
- FL (6.2 %)
- MI (5.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 132 |
| 1920-1930 | 158 |
| 1930-1940 | 107 |
| 1940-1950 | 153 |
| 1950-1960 | 289 |
| 1960-1970 | 478 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,810 |
| 1980-1990 | 3,374 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,688 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,043 |
| 2010-2019 | 258 |
| 2020-2029 | 30 |
Nicknames
Rae, Ray, Rach
Fun facts
- Racheal includes an extra 'a' compared to the standard spelling Rachel, reflecting phonetic spelling preferences.
- The name experienced its highest level of usage in the United States during the 1970s and 1980s.