Raquel

Pronunciation: [ r-uhk-EHL ]

Boy Name #32,859 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Raquel is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced r-uhk-EHL.

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

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #32,859
Total SSA Count: 5

Nicknames

Raq Ray Raqie Raquie

Also a Girl Name

Raquel is also used as a girl name, ranked #1068.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Raquel

Is Raquel a boy or girl name?

Raquel is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #32859. As a girl name, it is ranked #1068. Raquel is more commonly used as a girl name.

How do you pronounce Raquel?

Raquel is pronounced r-uhk-EHL.

How popular is the name Raquel?

Raquel is currently ranked #32859 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Raquel?

Common nicknames for Raquel include Raq, Ray, Raqie, and Raquie.

Is Raquel a common or rare name?

Raquel is an uncommon name, ranked #32859 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Raquel

Raquel is a boy name .

Is Raquel a boy or girl name? Raquel is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #32,859 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #1,068. Raquel is more commonly used as a girl name.

Raquel is currently ranked #32,859 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Raquel include Raq, Ray, Raqie, and Raquie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.