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Reichel
Pronounced RY-khel /ˈraɪ.xəl/Medium
Meaning: A Yiddish form of Rachel, from the Hebrew for 'ewe' — the biblical matriarch, wife of Jacob. A tender heritage name, which we note respectfully.Low
History & Origin
Reichel carries the Hebrew Rachel, 'ewe,' into Yiddish tradition, honoring the biblical matriarch. It reads tender and traditional, which we note respectfully — rare in the U.S. (said 'RY-khel').
It appears rarely in the U.S., familiar in Jewish families. Rare, warm, and traditional.
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What does the name Reichel mean?
Reichel is a Yiddish form of Rachel, from the Hebrew for 'ewe' — the biblical matriarch.
How do you pronounce Reichel?
It's said RY-khel /ˈraɪ.xəl/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Reichel a boy or girl name?
Reichel is a girl's name.
How popular is Reichel?
Reichel is an extremely rare name in the U.S.