Rachel
Rachel is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Ewe or female sheep.
Origin and history
Rachel is a classic name of Hebrew origin meaning ewe. While predominantly given to females in modern times, historical records in the United States include rare usages for males. It remains one of the most recognizable biblical names in English-speaking countries.
Popularity in the United States
1,791 babies in the United States have been named Rachel since 1880. It ranks #3023 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- CA (28.8 %)
- DC (18.1 %)
- TX (14.1 %)
- NY (11.2 %)
- KY (6.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 5 |
| 1900-1910 | 5 |
| 1910-1920 | 44 |
| 1920-1930 | 75 |
| 1930-1940 | 98 |
| 1940-1950 | 55 |
| 1950-1960 | 74 |
| 1960-1970 | 86 |
| 1970-1980 | 291 |
| 1980-1990 | 661 |
| 1990-2000 | 260 |
| 2000-2010 | 120 |
| 2010-2019 | 17 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Nicknames
Rach, Rae, Raye
Fun facts
- The name originates from the Hebrew word for ewe, symbolizing gentleness and purity in biblical traditions.
- Although predominantly feminine, U.S. Social Security records reflect over 1,700 male births registered with the name Rachel since 1880.