Raquel?

moxie9

What do you think of the name Raquel? This was SO's grandmother's name, and we've been throwing some family names into the mix for possibilities of a FI or MN. Notes: LO will have a Spanish last name, I do not like Rachel as an alternative, and yes, Raquel Welch comes to mind for me.

melissa721

I haven't seen this name since HS and I grew up in a predominatly Hispanic area. I was never a fan of it back then but it doesn't sound so bad now.

beekernbaby

I think it is lovely.

zaramarie81

I really don't like the sound or spelling. I actually didn't realize it was Spanish because the Raquel I know is not from a Spanish background (maybe I just live in a strange area).

CHI-06

I don't really like it...nms.  I would use it as a middle name though for his grandmother.

Keri Marie

Raquel is a great name! but not Rachel...

Rachel is on the top of my most hated list.

rainlily

This is DD's middle name.  It is in honor of a favorite aunt who is a wonderful wife, mother and friend! 

TheWop

I like it. 

Moneypenny424

I think Raquel is a nice name.

melissa721

Keri Marie:

Raquel is a great name! but not Rachel...

Rachel is on the top of my most hated list.

Ugh I've never liked it either. It's so harsh sounding.

anna7602

I love it. It was in the running for a mn for DD. However, I think it sounds a lot better in Spanish than in English. Do you live in an area where people are likely to pronounce it correctly?

TUGOsQueen

Hate Rachel LOVE Raquel.

It was on our list with both girls but would have been for a MN. Went with names that had family meanings instead so for you it is a win, win! Great name and meaning. Good luck

alliejo725

anna7602:

I love it. It was in the running for a mn for DD. However, I think it sounds a lot better in Spanish than in English. Do you live in an area where people are likely to pronounce it correctly?

How is it pronounced in Spanish? Is it not rah-kell?

OP, I'm just "eh" on this name. I'd never use it or consider it, but it's a perfectly fine choice.

magsugar13

its nice

 

ally_jade

Raquel is nice and not too common :)Not a fan of Rachel, either.

Fianschneid

I'm sure this will sound strange but I think it is a great name for an adult but and awkward name for a baby or child.

moxie9

alliejo725:

anna7602:

I love it. It was in the running for a mn for DD. However, I think it sounds a lot better in Spanish than in English. Do you live in an area where people are likely to pronounce it correctly?

How is it pronounced in Spanish? Is it not rah-kell?

OP, I'm just "eh" on this name. I'd never use it or consider it, but it's a perfectly fine choice.

The R is rolled--not a huge difference, but it sounds prettier. As for pronouncing it the Spanish vs. English way, I think it would be hit and miss (family would pronounce it the Spanish way, though).

anna7602

alliejo725:

anna7602:

I love it. It was in the running for a mn for DD. However, I think it sounds a lot better in Spanish than in English. Do you live in an area where people are likely to pronounce it correctly?

How is it pronounced in Spanish? Is it not rah-kell?

OP, I'm just "eh" on this name. I'd never use it or consider it, but it's a perfectly fine choice.

The R sounds different in Spanish and the "ah" is slightly more open than it is in English. I can't spell it phonetically.

alliejo725

moxie9:

alliejo725:

anna7602:

I love it. It was in the running for a mn for DD. However, I think it sounds a lot better in Spanish than in English. Do you live in an area where people are likely to pronounce it correctly?

How is it pronounced in Spanish? Is it not rah-kell?

OP, I'm just "eh" on this name. I'd never use it or consider it, but it's a perfectly fine choice.

The R is rolled--not a huge difference, but it sounds prettier. As for pronouncing it the Spanish vs. English way, I think it would be hit and miss (family would pronounce it the Spanish way, though).

Interesting. Thanks for answering that!

I'm WASPy and unable to roll my Rs. Lame.

Brodyrox30

I HATE this name with incomprehensible fury. I have one of the WORST personal associations one could ever have with a name. And I've never thought it was a nice name, even before this. However, I think giving your child Raquel as a mn to honour his gma is just fine.