How popular is the name Rachel in 2025?

Rachel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Rachel most popular?

Rachel peaked in 1984, reaching #976 among US boy names.

Rachel will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Rachel entered the US charts in 1899, peaked at #976 in 1984, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#976

peak (1984)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 1,400 people named Rachel are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Rachel alive today was born around 1984, making them about 41 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Rachel in 2025?: Rachel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Rachel most popular?: Rachel peaked in 1984, reaching #976 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Rachel with classmates?: Rachel will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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