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Rahel name meaning

“a ewe”

Aksara Jawa
Aksara Sunda
Gender
♀ Girl
Origin
Hebrew
Syllables
2
Popularity
#2,611

Rahel is a feminine name of Hebrew origin meaning a ewe, or female sheep. It comes from the Hebrew name Raḥel and is related to the spelling Rachel. Rahel is the familiar form in Indonesian biblical usage, providing a specific Indonesian context for this spelling of the name.

What does Rahel mean?

A ewe

In Indonesian: domba betina

Origin and cultural usage of Rahel

Rachel derives from Hebrew Raḥel, meaning ewe. Rahel is the familiar form in Indonesian biblical usage.

Linguistic originHebrew
Naming traditionChristian
Starts withR · Ra

Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.

Name combinations with Rahel

Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Rahel, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.

  • Rahel Inez Virginia

    Meaning of each word

    • Rahel: a ewe
    • Inez: pure, inwardly unblemished
    • Virginia: maiden, virgin
  • Rahel Karmila Angelica

    Meaning of each word

    • Rahel: a ewe
    • Karmila: garden; vineyard
    • Angelica: angelic; like an angel
  • Rahel Zaneta

    Meaning of each word

    • Rahel: a ewe
    • Zaneta: God is gracious
  • Eunike Rahel Zefanya

    Meaning of each word

    • Eunike: good victory
    • Rahel: a ewe
    • Zefanya: God has hidden
  • Rahel Felicia

    Meaning of each word

    • Rahel: a ewe
    • Felicia: fortunate, happy
  • Rahel Nicole Friska

    Meaning of each word

    • Rahel: a ewe
    • Nicole: victory of the people
    • Friska: ancient; venerable

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How to pronounce Rahel

Syllables2 · 5 letters · 5-letter girl names
Javanese script (Aksara Jawa)ꦫꦲꦺꦭ꧀
Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda)ᮛᮠᮨᮜ᮪

Is Rahel a girl’s name?

Yes, Rahel is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 33% of bearers are male. See all girl names.

♂ Boys 33%Girls 67% ♀

Rahel ranks #2,611 among girl names in our data sample (3 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.

Variants and similar names

The same name in other spellings (for example old and new Indonesian spelling):

Names that sound like Rahel

Names with related meanings

Famous people named Rahel

  • Rahel Radiansyah · b. 1991
  • Rahel · b. 1965

FAQ about the name Rahel

What is the meaning of Rahel?

Rahel means a ewe. Rachel derives from Hebrew Raḥel, meaning ewe. Rahel is the familiar form in Indonesian biblical usage.

Is Rahel a girl’s name?

Yes, Rahel is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 33% of bearers are male.

What is the origin of the name Rahel?

Rahel is of Hebrew origin.

How many syllables does Rahel have?

Rahel has 2 syllables (Ra-hel) and 5 letters.

How popular is the name Rahel?

Rahel ranks #2,611 among girl names in our data sample (3 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.

What are other spellings of Rahel?

Other spellings: Rachel.

What full names go well with Rahel?

Some ideas: Rahel Inez Virginia; Rahel Karmila Angelica; Rahel Zaneta.

Famous people named Rahel?

Notable people named Rahel include Rahel Radiansyah, Rahel.

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