Raseel
A masculine Arabic name meaning "messenger" or "envoy".
Name Census estimates that about 127 living Americans carry the first name Raseel. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Raseel today is around 8 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Raseel births was 2018 (18 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Raseel. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
127
~ 1 in 2,698,853 Americans
Peak year
2018
18 babies that year
Average age
8
years old
2024 SSA rank
#13,112
Tracked since 2011
Popularity
Raseel: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Raseel from the 2010s through to the 2020s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 86 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Raseel remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Raseel by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Raseel during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Raseel
The name Raseel is of Arabic origin and is believed to have its roots in the word "rasil," which means "messenger" or "envoy." Its origins can be traced back to the early days of Islam, as it was a common name given to individuals who were tasked with spreading the message of the Islamic faith.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Raseel can be found in the Quran, the holy book of Islam. The word "rasul" (the plural form of "rasil") is used frequently throughout the text to refer to the prophets and messengers of God, who were chosen to spread the divine message.
The name Raseel gained popularity during the Golden Age of Islam, which spanned from the 8th to the 13th century. During this time, the Islamic civilization experienced a period of remarkable scientific, cultural, and intellectual advancement. Many notable scholars, scientists, and philosophers bore the name Raseel, reflecting the significance of being a messenger of knowledge and wisdom.
One of the most famous historical figures named Raseel was Raseel al-Din al-Simnani, a renowned Persian poet and mystic who lived during the 14th century. His poetic works explored themes of love, spirituality, and the divine, and he was celebrated for his profound insights and elegant verse.
Another notable figure was Raseel al-Din Mahmud Aqsarayi, a 13th-century Persian scholar and author. He made significant contributions to the fields of philosophy, theology, and literature, and his writings were widely studied throughout the Islamic world.
In the realm of science, Raseel al-Din al-Tusi was a prominent figure who lived during the 13th century. He was a polymath who made groundbreaking contributions to mathematics, astronomy, and physics, and his works had a lasting impact on the scientific community of the time.
The name Raseel also found its way into the annals of Islamic architecture. Raseel al-Din Abdulmalik, a renowned architect from the 15th century, was responsible for the design and construction of several iconic mosques and monuments across the Middle East, many of which are still standing today as testament to his artistic brilliance.
Throughout history, the name Raseel has been associated with individuals who have played a pivotal role in disseminating knowledge, sharing wisdom, and advancing various fields of study. Its ties to the concept of being a messenger have imbued it with a sense of significance and honor, making it a revered name within the Arabic and Islamic cultural traditions.
People
Raseel + last name combinations
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Other names starting with R
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FAQ
Raseel: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Raseel?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 127 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Raseel going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 2,698,853 US residents.
Is Raseel a common name?
We classify Raseel as "Very Rare". It ranks above 68% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 128 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Raseel most popular?
The single biggest year for Raseel was 2018, when 18 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Raseel is about 8 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Raseel a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Raseel in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.