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Rashell

A feminine name of Dutch origin interpreted to mean "counsel" or "advice".

Name Census estimates that about 1,220 living Americans carry the first name Rashell. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Rashell today is around 34 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Rashell births was 1990 (44 babies).

This page is the full Name Census profile for Rashell. 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

1.2K

~ 1 in 280,946 Americans

Peak year

1990

44 babies that year

Average age

34

years old

2024 SSA rank

#5,246

Tracked since 1958

Popularity

Rashell: popularity over time

The SSA tracks Rashell from the 1950s through to the 2020s, spanning 8 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1980s, with 306 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1980s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.

Babies born per year

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Decades

Rashell 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 Rashell during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.

DecadeMaleFemaleTotal
1950s055
1960s08282
1970s0235235
1980s0306306
1990s0261261
2000s0217217
2010s0126126
2020s05757

Geography

Where Rashells live

The SSA's state-level files cover 8 states and territories. California, New York, Texas recorded the most babies named Rashell, while Washington, Virginia, New Jersey recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 23 registrations each.

Origin

Meaning and history of Rashell

The name Rashell is believed to have its origins in the Hebrew language, tracing back to ancient times in the Middle East. It is thought to be a variation or diminutive form of the name Rachel, which means "ewe" or "female sheep" in Hebrew. This connection suggests that Rashell may have been used as a nickname or affectionate form of Rachel in certain regions or cultural contexts.

While the exact origin and evolution of the name Rashell are not well documented, it is possible that it emerged as a result of linguistic variations and regional dialectal influences within the Hebrew-speaking communities of the ancient world. The addition or alteration of certain letters or sounds could have given rise to this distinct form of the name over time.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Rashell can be found in the writings of the 12th-century Jewish philosopher and scholar, Maimonides. In his works, he makes reference to a woman named Rashell, though little is known about her background or significance. This mention provides historical evidence of the name's existence and usage during the medieval period in the Middle East.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Rashell. One example is Rashell ben Avraham, a prominent rabbi and scholar who lived in the 16th century in the Ottoman Empire. His works on Jewish law and theology were widely studied and influential during his time.

Another figure of note is Rashell al-Andalusi, a renowned poet and writer who flourished in the 11th century in the Iberian Peninsula (modern-day Spain and Portugal). Her poetic works, written in Arabic, explored themes of love, nature, and spirituality, and were celebrated for their eloquence and emotional depth.

In the 18th century, Rashell de Montfort was a French noblewoman and philanthropist who dedicated her life to supporting charitable causes and establishing schools for underprivileged children. Her efforts to improve access to education and support for the less fortunate were widely praised during her lifetime.

Moving forward in time, Rashell Kaminsky was a Russian-born artist and painter who lived from 1866 to 1943. Her vibrant and expressive works, often depicting scenes from everyday life, garnered critical acclaim and are now part of various museum collections around the world.

Finally, Rashell Hidalgo was a prominent Chilean activist and human rights advocate who fought against the military dictatorship in her country during the late 20th century. Her courageous efforts to promote democracy and protect civil liberties earned her widespread recognition and respect, both within Chile and internationally.

These are just a few examples of individuals who have borne the name Rashell throughout history, each leaving their mark in their respective fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of human experiences and achievements associated with this unique name.

People

Rashell + last name combinations

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FAQ

Rashell: questions and answers

How many people in the U.S. are named Rashell?

Name Census puts the figure at roughly 1,220 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Rashell 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 280,946 US residents.

Is Rashell a common name?

We classify Rashell as "Rare". It ranks above 91.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 1,289 babies have been registered with this name.

When was Rashell most popular?

The single biggest year for Rashell was 1990, when 44 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Rashell is about 34 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.

Is Rashell a female name?

Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Rashell 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.

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