Rachel
Meaning: Ewe, female sheep, gentle
Origin: Hebrew
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #39
Total births: 10,874
History: Rachel peaked in the 1980s-90s in Australia. The name has an intelligent, polished character. Rachel represents the generation of Australian women who entered professional careers in record numbers — doctors, lawyers, and executives breaking every barrier.
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Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2007) | #71 |
| Babies named Rachel in 2007 | 106 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 10,874 |
| Peak year | 1991 (413 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #10 |
| Years in records | 1968–2007 (40 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 6 spots |
Frequently asked about Rachel
What does the name Rachel mean?
Rachel means “Ewe, female sheep, gentle” from Hebrew roots.
What is the origin of the name Rachel?
Rachel has Hebrew origin. The traditional meaning is “Ewe, female sheep, gentle”.
How popular is Rachel in Australia?
Rachel ranked #71 in Australia in 2007 — given to 106 babies that year.
When was Rachel most popular?
Rachel peaked in 1991 with 413 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Rachel a boy or girl name?
Rachel is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Rachels in registered births are female.
How long has Rachel been recorded in Australia?
Rachel appears in birth records in Australia across 40 years — from 1968 through 2007.