Rakel: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A gentle ewe, nurturing and compassionate.
- Origin
- Scandinavian
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #15117
- Peak
- #7139 in 1999
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Rakel Means
Rakel is a girl name of Scandinavian origin. A gentle ewe, nurturing and compassionate.
How Popular Rakel Is
Rakel currently ranks #15117 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #7139 in 1999. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Rakel
- Rakel is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Rakel is a name from the Scandinavian tradition.
- It's a timeless classic that never goes out of style.
Names Like Rakel
Other Scandinavian names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Rakel
Scandinavian names that pair well as a brother or sister to Rakel.
Questions About Rakel
What does Rakel mean?
Rakel is a girl name of Scandinavian origin. A gentle ewe, nurturing and compassionate.
How popular is Rakel?
Rakel currently ranks #15117 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #7139 in 1999. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Rakel come from?
Rakel comes from Scandinavian roots. Rakel is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
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