Rachel Hilty

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Rachel Hilty — ewe
375K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Rachel Hilty is a name that combines Hebrew origins. The first name Rachel is a feminine given name of Hebrew origin. From the Hebrew Raḥel (רָחֵל), meaning "ewe." Rachel was the beloved wife of Jacob and mother of Joseph and Benjamin. The surname Hilty: Bill Hilty (born 1938), American politician Carl Hilty (1833–1909), Swiss philosopher, writer and lawyer Joan Hilty (born 1966), American cartoonist Leonard Hilty (1896–1978), American football player Megan Hilty (born 1981), American actress and singer Patrick Hilty (born 1954), Liechtenstein accountant and politician Rachel is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 375K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Rachel reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Rachel

Meaning: ewe

Hebrew

From the Hebrew Raḥel (רָחֵל), meaning "ewe." Rachel was the beloved wife of Jacob and mother of Joseph and Benjamin.

Surname: Hilty

English

Bill Hilty (born 1938), American politician Carl Hilty (1833–1909), Swiss philosopher, writer and lawyer Joan Hilty (born 1966), American cartoonist Leonard Hilty (1896–1978), American football player Megan Hilty (born 1981), American actress and singer Patrick Hilty (born 1954), Liechtenstein accountant and politician

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Rachel is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 15%
Australia 8%
Canada 9%
Brazil 10%
Israel 6%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Rachel by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Rachel Hilty

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Rachel Hilty:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

6
Soul Urge Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Rachel?
The first name Rachel originates from Hebrew. From the Hebrew Raḥel (רָחֵל), meaning "ewe." Rachel was the beloved wife of Jacob and mother of Joseph and Benjamin.
When was Rachel most popular?
The name Rachel reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Hilty?
The surname Hilty originates from English. Bill Hilty (born 1938), American politician Carl Hilty (1833–1909), Swiss philosopher, writer and lawyer Joan Hilty (born 1966), American cartoonist Leonard Hilty (1896–1978), American football player Megan Hilty (born 1981), American actress and singer Patrick Hilty (born 1954), Liechtenstein accountant and politician
What are the origins of the name Rachel Hilty?
The name Rachel Hilty combines two different traditions: the first name Rachel has Hebrew roots, while the surname Hilty originates from English.
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