Yael
Meaning of Yael
The name Yael is a unisex name of Hebrew origin, pronounced yah-EL. It holds significant cultural and historical value, often associated with the biblical figure Yael (or Jael), who is celebrated for her bravery in the Book of Judges. Yael has seen a steady presence in the United States over recent decades, consistently ranking within the top 1000 names since 2004. The name's popularity peaked in 2023 with 328 occurrences, placing it at rank 776. Known for its unique yet approachable sound, Yael is an excellent choice for parents seeking a name that blends tradition with modern appeal. Variations of the name include Jael, offering slight alternatives while retaining its rich heritage.
Pronunciation
Hebrew
- Pronunced as yah-EL (/jaˈɑːl/)
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Notable People Named Yael
| Yael Arad is a pioneering Israeli judoka, known for being the first Israeli to win an Olympic medal and for popularizing judo as a mainstream sport in Israel. |
| Yael Stone is an Australian actress known for her role as Lorna Morello in Orange Is the New Black, and for her advocacy of women's issues, abortion rights, and climate protection. |
| Yael Grobglas is an Israeli actress, renowned for portraying Petra Solano on The CW's TV show Jane the Virgin. |
| Yael Naim is a French-born Israeli singer and actress who gained fame in the US with her hit single "New Soul" and was honored by the French government for her contributions to the arts. |
| Yael Shelbia Cohen is an Israeli model and actress known for her work in international modeling campaigns and her role in the Israeli television series Palmach. |
| Yael Sharvit is an American linguist and Professor of Linguistics at UCLA, specializing in semantics and the syntax-semantics interface. |
| Yael Dayan - Yaël Dayan is an Israeli politician, author, and former member of the Knesset, known for her leadership as the chair of Tel Aviv city council. |
| Yael Abecassis is an Israeli actress and model known for her work in film and television. |
| Yael Karshon is an Israeli and Canadian mathematician known for her expertise in symplectic geometry, and she currently serves as a professor at the University of Toronto Mississauga and Tel Aviv University. |
| Yael Bar Zohar is a multi-talented Israeli television host, model, singer, and actress. |
| Yael Danon is an Israeli-Panamanian singer who won Israel's Got Talent and performed at the Knesset. |
| Yael Kraus is an Israeli singer-songwriter currently residing in New York City. |
| Yael Ron Ben-Moshe is an Israeli politician who served as a member of the Knesset for Blue and White from 2020 to 2022. |
| Yaël Farber is a prominent South African director and playwright known for her impactful work in the theater industry. |
| Yaël Hassan is a French-Israeli writer known for her award-winning novel "A Grandfather Fallen from the Sky." |
