Raquel
Raquel is a Christian girl name of Hebrew, via Spanish and Portuguese origin, meaning “Ewe”.
| Meaning | Ewe |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Hebrew, via Spanish and Portuguese |
| Pronunciation | rah-KEL |
| Tradition | Christian, Jewish |
| Used in | Spain, Portugal, Brazil, Mexico |
Meaning and origin of Raquel
Raquel is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Rachel, from the Hebrew Rachel, meaning ewe, a female sheep, an image of gentleness and value in a pastoral society. In Genesis, Rachel was the beloved wife of Jacob and the mother of Joseph and Benjamin. Raquel has long been used in Spain and Portugal, as well as by Sephardic Jewish families. Actress Raquel Welch is a well-known bearer.
Is Raquel a Christian name?
Rachel is one of the matriarchs of Israel in Genesis, and her tomb near Bethlehem is a pilgrimage site for Jews, Christians and Muslims.
How popular is Raquel?
A familiar name in Spain, Portugal and Latin America.
Gifts with the name Raquel
- Raquel name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Raquel baby gifts (Amazon)
- Christian baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Raquel mean?
Raquel means 'Ewe'. It is of Hebrew, via Spanish and Portuguese origin.
Is Raquel a Christian name?
Rachel is one of the matriarchs of Israel in Genesis, and her tomb near Bethlehem is a pilgrimage site for Jews, Christians and Muslims.
How do you pronounce Raquel?
Raquel is pronounced rah-KEL.
Is Raquel a boy or girl name?
Raquel is usually a girl name.