Jaela
Jaela is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Mountain goat or wild goat.
Origin and history
Jaela is a modern feminine given name, often considered a variant of the Hebrew name Jael (Yael). It means mountain goat or wild goat, originating from biblical text. In the United States, it is a relatively rare name that has gained modest contemporary usage.
Popularity in the United States
2,725 babies in the United States have been named Jaela since 1880. It ranks #3386 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1885.
States where it is most popular
- TX (15.2 %)
- CA (14.4 %)
- NY (12.3 %)
- FL (10.4 %)
- MI (6.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 10 |
| 1980-1990 | 46 |
| 1990-2000 | 294 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,333 |
| 2010-2019 | 826 |
| 2020-2029 | 216 |
Fun facts
- The name is closely tied to the ancient Hebrew name Jael, famous for her pivotal role in Hebrew scripture.
- Adding the '-a' suffix gives the classic name Jael a more traditional feminine rhythm common in English names.