Raquel
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Raquel is a girl name of Spanish origin meaning "Pure".
About this name
Gender
Girl
Language
Spanish
Religion
Jewish | Christian
Popularity
10 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
6 letters
Meaning
Pure
Etymology
Spanish form of Rachel, from Hebrew Raḥel, meaning 'ewe' or 'pure'.
Famous People Named Raquel
- Raquel Welch — American actress (1940–2023)
- Raquel Cassidy — British actress
- Raquel Atawo — US tennis player
- Raquel Sanchez Silva — Spanish journalist, writer and television presenter
- Raquel Forner — Argentine artist (1902–1988)
Frequently Asked Questions About Raquel
What does the name Raquel mean?
Raquel means "Pure", and is of Spanish origin.
What is the origin of the name Raquel?
Raquel originates from Spanish, commonly used in Europe | Americas.
Is Raquel a boy or girl name?
Raquel is typically used as a girl name.
What religion is the name Raquel associated with?
Raquel is associated with Jewish | Christian.
Are there famous people named Raquel?
Yes — notable people named Raquel include Raquel Welch (American actress, 1940–2023), Raquel Cassidy (British actress), Raquel Atawo (US tennis player), Raquel Sanchez Silva (Spanish journalist) and Raquel Forner (Argentine artist, 1902–1988).
Last updated: June 2026