Rachel vs Hershell

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rachel

Boy #27,977 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ewe, female sheep"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Jewish English French Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#27,977
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Rachel Rank #27,977
Hershell Rank #28,007

Rachel is more popular, ranked #27977 vs #28007 for Hershell.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rachel or Hershell more popular?

Rachel is more popular, ranked #27977 compared to Hershell at #28007 in the United States.

What do Rachel and Hershell mean?

Rachel means "ewe, female sheep" (Hebrew origin).

Are Rachel and Hershell boy or girl names?

Rachel is primarily a boy name. Hershell is primarily a boy name.

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