Rachel

Pronunciation: [ r-AYCH-uhl ]

Boy Name #27,977 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Rachel is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced r-AYCH-uhl.

Parents who love the name Rachel often also consider Rachel, Rachael, Rae .

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #27,977
Total SSA Count: 5

Nicknames

Rac Ray Racie Rachie

Also a Girl Name

Rachel is also used as a girl name, ranked #246.

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Similar Names

Rachel Rachael Rae Ray Ralph Raymond Ray Randolph

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rachel

Is Rachel a boy or girl name?

Rachel is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #27977. As a girl name, it is ranked #246. Rachel is more commonly used as a girl name.

How do you pronounce Rachel?

Rachel is pronounced r-AYCH-uhl.

How popular is the name Rachel?

Rachel is currently ranked #27977 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Rachel?

Common nicknames for Rachel include Rac, Ray, Racie, and Rachie.

Is Rachel a common or rare name?

Rachel is an uncommon name, ranked #27977 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Rachel

Rachel is a boy name .

Is Rachel a boy or girl name? Rachel is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #27,977 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #246. Rachel is more commonly used as a girl name.

Rachel is currently ranked #27,977 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Rachel include Rac, Ray, Racie, and Rachie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.