Rachelle
Rachelle is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Ewe or female sheep.
Origin and history
Rachelle is a French elaboration of the Biblical Hebrew name Rachel. It gained moderate popularity in the United States during the mid-to-late 20th century before declining in recent decades. The name continues to be recognized as a classic, feminine alternative to Rachel.
Popularity in the United States
33,933 babies in the United States have been named Rachelle since 1880. It ranks #766 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1827.
States where it is most popular
- CA (18.3 %)
- NY (7.3 %)
- MI (6.6 %)
- OH (5.6 %)
- TX (5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 100 |
| 1920-1930 | 147 |
| 1930-1940 | 162 |
| 1940-1950 | 586 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,855 |
| 1960-1970 | 4,964 |
| 1970-1980 | 8,403 |
| 1980-1990 | 9,029 |
| 1990-2000 | 5,437 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,140 |
| 2010-2019 | 836 |
| 2020-2029 | 274 |
Famous people named Rachelle
- Rachelle Lefevre: Actress
- Rachelle Ferrell: Singer, Musician
Nicknames
Shelley, Chelle, Rae
Fun facts
- Rachelle adapted the classic Hebrew name Rachel into the French naming tradition by adding a diminutive suffix.
- The name experienced its highest usage in the United States during the 1970s and 1980s.