Raschelle is a variant of the name Rachelle, which itself is a French feminine form of the name Rachel. Rachel originates from the Hebrew name רָחֵל (Rakhel) meaning 'ewe', a female sheep. The name has biblical origins, being borne by the wife of Jacob and mother of Joseph and Benjamin in the Old Testament. Over time, Rachelle and its variants, including Raschelle, have been used in various cultures, often retaining the connotation of gentleness and purity associated with the original meaning.