Rashel is a spelling of Rachel — from the Hebrew Rachel, 'a ewe; a female sheep', a symbol of gentleness. In the Bible, Rachel was the beloved wife of Jacob. A lyrical, biblical name across Hispanic families (said 'rah-SHEL'; nickname Rashie).

In the U.S. it appears in Latino families. Rare in this spelling, a-ewe at the root, and biblical.

Did you know? Rachel means 'a ewe; a female sheep' (Hebrew, a symbol of gentleness) — Rashel is a Spanish-style spelling, lyrical and biblical (said 'rah-SHEL').

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Behind the Name — Rachel — root etymology

Variations

RachelRachaelRaquel

Nicknames

Rashie

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Rachel— the standard spelling

Raquel— the Spanish form

Rachelle— another -elle form

Rachael— the same biblical feel

Ruchel— shares Rashel's Hebrew roots

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What does the name Rashel mean?

Rashel spells Rachel — Hebrew 'a ewe; a female sheep'.

How do you pronounce Rashel?

It's said rah-SHEL /rɑˈʃɛl/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Rashel a boy or girl name?

Rashel is a girl's name.

How popular is Rashel?

Rashel is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Rachel is more common.