Rae Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Rae is listed in our database as a girl name of Hebrew origin. Its recorded meaning is “Diminutive of Rachel: Ewe. Rachel was the second and favoured wife of Jacob in the Old Testament”.

Rae Name at a Glance

Name Rae
Meaning Diminutive of Rachel: Ewe. Rachel was the second and favoured wife of Jacob in the Old Testament.
Origin Hebrew
Gender Girl

What Does the Name Rae Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Rae means “Diminutive of Rachel: Ewe. Rachel was the second and favoured wife of Jacob in the Old Testament”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Rae Name Origin

Our database records Rae under Hebrew origin. Browse more Hebrew baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Rae a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Rae is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Rae

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