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Yael

Girl · Hebrew · Short name

Meaning
Ibex, mountain goat
Pronunciation
yah-EL
Origin
Hebrew

From Hebrew meaning ibex or mountain goat.

Popularity
Uncommon in United States (2023)

Popularity: Behind the Name, 2023

BiblicalClassicNature-inspired

Languages in use: Hebrew, English

Commonly used in: United States, Israel, France

Alternate spellings

  • JaelHebrew / English

    Variant form.

Cultural associations

People who share this name. These are context, not the origin of the name.

  • Yael

    Heroine in the Book of Judges who defeated the Canaanite commander Sisera.

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Sources for this record

Behind the Name, Hebrew Name Entries (2024). Last verified 2025-01-15.

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