Find out how popular the first name Raelle has been for the last 37 years (from 1987 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Raelle by gender

Based on the last 37 years of data, Raelle is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 28 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Raelle.

The history of the first name Raelle

The name Raelle is a relatively modern given name that first emerged in the late 20th century. It is believed to be a variant or combination of the names Rachel and Elle, which have their origins in Hebrew and French respectively.

Rachel is a Hebrew name derived from the Biblical matriarch Rachel, meaning "ewe" or "female sheep." Elle, on the other hand, is a French diminutive form of the name Eleanor, which itself is derived from the Occitan phrase "alia Aenor," meaning "the other Aenor."

While the name Raelle does not have a long historical lineage, it has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly in the United States and Canada. One of the earliest recorded individuals with this name is Raelle Padilla, an American actress and singer born in 1987.

Another notable bearer of the name is Raelle Tucker, an American television writer and producer best known for her work on the series "True Blood" and "Sacred Lies." She was born in the late 20th century, though her exact birth year is unclear.

In the world of sports, Raelle Quann is a Canadian-born ice hockey player who has represented Canada at several international tournaments, including the Winter Olympics in 2014 and 2018. She was born in 1990 and continues to play professionally.

While not a historical figure, Raelle Khan is a fictional character in the novel series "The Reawakened" by Colleen Houck, which blends elements of Egyptian mythology and modern-day adventure. The character's name adds a unique touch to the storyline.

Lastly, Raelle Margolis is a contemporary American artist known for her abstract expressionist paintings and mixed media works. She has exhibited her artwork in various galleries and art fairs across the United States.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

The history and meaning of the name Raelle was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

If you have a correction or suggestion to improve the history of Raelle, please contact us.

Reference this page

We spend a lot of resources downloading, cleaning, merging, and formatting the data that is shown on the site.

If you found the data or information on this page useful in your research, please use the tool below to properly cite or reference Name Census as the source. We appreciate your support!