Yael

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    Origin:
  • Hebrew: Mountain goat
Description:
Yael is a popular name in Isreal, but not so much in the U.S. The name is a variation of Jael, who in the Bible, was a woman who killed the Canaanite commander in his sleep. And while the "mountain goat" meaning may not be the most glamourous, don't forget that mountain goats are strong and resourceful creatures—and who wouldn't want those qualities for their daughter?
Popularity:
How popular is Yael? Here's how many babies were named Yael over time, according to the U.S. Social Security Administration.
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Alternate Spellings:
Yaletha
Famous Namesakes:
Musician Yael Naim, Model Yael Bar-Zohar
Syllables:
1
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