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Rae vs April

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rae

Girl #1,260 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"ewe, female sheep"

Origin: Hebrew (via Rachel)

Cultural Roots

English American Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,260
Total SSA Count
184
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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April

Girl #502 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"to open (spring)"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#502
Total SSA Count
607
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Rae Rank #1,260
April Rank #502

April is more popular, ranked #502 vs #1260 for Rae.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rae or April more popular?

April is more popular, ranked #502 compared to Rae at #1260 in the United States.

What do Rae and April mean?

Rae means "ewe, female sheep" (Hebrew (via Rachel) origin). April means "to open (spring)" (Latin origin).

Are Rae and April boy or girl names?

Rae is primarily a girl name. April is primarily a girl name.

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