Racheal Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Racheal has its roots in Hebrew, meaning 'ewe' and symbolizing gentleness. It evolved from the biblical name Raḥel and has seen various forms over time. The name is linked to nurturing traits and has gained popularity in the modern era, often associated with kindness and warmth. Its biblical connection adds to its significance.
The name Racheal is most popular in Tennessee, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Racheal has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Racheal' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2258th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2653rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2102nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 885th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 628th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1830th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8605th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Racheal' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Racheal"
Pronunciation
/ˈreɪʃəl/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Racheal is derived from the Hebrew name 'Raḥel', which means 'ewe' and is associated with tenderness and gentleness.
Meaning
ewe, tenderness, gentleness
Language Evolution
Raḥel (Hebrew), Rachael (English variant), Racheal (modern variant)
Biblical Background
The name Racheal is associated with the biblical figure Rachel, who was the wife of Jacob and the mother of Joseph and Benjamin.
Historical Usage
The name Racheal gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 20th century, particularly in the United States and the United Kingdom.
Variants & Derivatives
Rachel, Rachael, Racheal
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Racheal is perceived as a classic and timeless name that conveys warmth and nurturing qualities.
Famous People
Racheal Leigh Cook (American actress), Racheal Adedeji (Nigerian entrepreneur)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Racheal"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Racheal"
"Racheal" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2258th of 9107 | 268 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2653rd of 9204 | 204 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2102nd of 12526 | 521 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 885th of 19264 | 2,418 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 628th of 27321 | 5,235 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1830th of 35406 | 1,719 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 8605th of 30306 | 149 |
Regional Popularity of "Racheal" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Racheal" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
100.00% 1379th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - |
84.16% 1302nd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
66.70% 1903rd/2853 |
58.38% 1620th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
27.82% 817th/2937 |
41.95% 1461st/3483 |
22.60% 795th/3518 |
21.81% 882nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
15.09% 556th/3685 |
19.31% 864th/4475 |
10.36% 538th/5194 |
12.92% 816th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
37.71% 1728th/4582 |
39.70% 2050th/5164 |
22.18% 1622nd/7313 |
38.68% 2887th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
100.00% 6822nd/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Racheal"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Racheal" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.