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Rachel is a Baby Girl Name

Find out the meaning behind the name Rachel.

Rachel, the sister of Leah, was the second and favorite wife of Jacob, and mother to Joseph and Benjamin. Between 1983 and 1999, Rachel was a top 20 name for girls, particularly during the Friends era thanks to Jennifer Aniston’s lovable character. While its meaning of “female sheep” isn’t so glamourous, Rachel will forever remain a timeless name for any girl.

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Popularity of Rachel

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Characteristics of Rachel

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