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Summary

Rae is a name of Hebrew origin, derived from Rachel, which means 'ewe'. It has evolved through historical forms like Rahel and is commonly used in English-speaking countries today. The name is associated with traits of independence and creativity, and has biblical relevance through its connection to Rachel. Rae has gained popularity in the 20th century and continues to be a fashionable choice.

The name Rae is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Rae has been stalled for male in MidWest, falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Rae' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1920th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2065th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2578th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5385th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8634th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 11832nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10120th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 460th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 483rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 513th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 719th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1345th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2585th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1342nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Rae' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.