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Yael

Yael is a girl name of Hebrew origin, meaning Mountain goat, ibex" - a heroine of Judges.

  • GenderGirl
  • OriginHebrew
  • StyleClassic
  • Syllables1
  • US rank#697

What does Yael mean?

Mountain goat, ibex" - a heroine of Judges

How popular is Yael?

Popularity in the United States

Yael has been given to 7,603 babies in the United States since 1954, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

About 1 in 4,853 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Yael per year in the United States, 1954–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Yael has been given to 3,455 babies in France since 1964, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

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Babies named Yael per year in France, 1964–2022. Source: INSEE

Popularity in Spain

There are 1,428 people called Yael living in Spain, with an average age of 12.4.

7,603 Babies named since 1954
2010s Peak decade
Rising Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Yael

What does the name Yael mean?

Yael means Mountain goat, ibex" - a heroine of Judges. It is of Hebrew origin.

Is Yael a boy's or a girl's name?

Yael is most often given to girls.

How popular is the name Yael?

Yael has been given to 7,603 babies in the United States since 1954, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.