Ewe; female sheep
Derived from the Hebrew name Rachel, it traditionally signifies a ewe, representing gentleness and purity. In the Old Testament, Rachel was the favorite wife of Jacob and the mother of Joseph and Benjamin. This specific spelling variation gained significant popularity in the late 20th century before becoming less common.
About 26 girls were named Rachael in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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The same feel as Rachael — far less common.
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