Rahel

Hebrew

"ewe"

Rahel Origin and Meaning

The name Rahel is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.

Rahel is a feminine name with ancient Hebrew origins, an alternative spelling of Rachel, which means 'ewe' or 'female sheep.' This spelling variation is particularly common in German, Swiss, Ethiopian, and Eastern European usage. While Rachel became widely used across English-speaking countries, Rahel maintains a more international, distinctive quality. The name appears in important literary works, including Rahel Varnhagen, a significant German-Jewish intellectual of the Romantic era. With its biblical roots and cross-cultural presence, Rahel offers a name with deep historical significance and a slightly exotic feel to English speakers, while remaining straightforward to pronounce.

Popularity of the name Rahel

• 187 Switzerland 2021

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Famous People Named Rahel

• Rahel Varnhagen German writer

The name Rahel in Pop Culture

• Rahel a main character in "The God of Small Things" by Arundhati Roy