Rachal
Hebrew · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Rachal
Rachal is a variant spelling of Rachel, derived from the Hebrew name Rachēl (רָחֵל), meaning "ewe" or "female sheep," symbolizing gentleness and innocence.
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Etymology
Rachal is a variant spelling of Rachel, derived from the Hebrew name Rachēl (רָחֵל), meaning "ewe" or "female sheep," symbolizing gentleness and innocence. The name has been used predominantly in Jewish and Christian cultures since biblical times, notably borne by Rachel, the wife of Jacob in the Hebrew Bible and a matriarch of Israel.
Rachal currently ranks #19,769 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1986.
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