Jael
Jael: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Jael
- A female given name from Hebrew.
Etymology
From the name of a minor biblical character, Hebrew יעל.
How popular is Jael?
Since 1880, 4,561 girls and 3,387 boys in the U.S. have been named Jael (57% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1197 in 2012. Its highest rank for boys was #987 in 2012. In 2025, 304 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Jael
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Sibling name ideas for Jael
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Jael FAQ
What does the name Jael mean?
A female given name from Hebrew. From the name of a minor biblical character, Hebrew יעל.
What is the origin of the name Jael?
Jael is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Jael?
Since 1880, 4,561 girls and 3,387 boys in the U.S. have been named Jael (57% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1197 in 2012. Its highest rank for boys was #987 in 2012. In 2025, 304 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Jael a boy or girl name?
Jael is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (4,561 girls and 3,387 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.