Yale
Yale is a boy's name of Welsh origin.
Meaning
Fertile upland or slope.
Origin and history
Yale is a masculine name of Welsh and Old English origin, derived from a habitational surname meaning 'fertile upland' or 'slanted ground'. It is famously associated with Yale University, named after benefactor Elihu Yale. In the United States, it remains a rare and distinctive choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
1,416 babies in the United States have been named Yale since 1880. It ranks #3303 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1916.
States where it is most popular
- NY (88.9 %)
- CA (11.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 6 |
| 1910-1920 | 143 |
| 1920-1930 | 217 |
| 1930-1940 | 138 |
| 1940-1950 | 140 |
| 1950-1960 | 129 |
| 1960-1970 | 164 |
| 1970-1980 | 99 |
| 1980-1990 | 115 |
| 1990-2000 | 120 |
| 2000-2010 | 77 |
| 2010-2019 | 57 |
| 2020-2029 | 11 |
Famous people named Yale
- Yale Lary: American Football Player, Hall of Famer
- Yale N. Patt: Computer Scientist, Professor
Fun facts
- The name gains significant prestige from Yale University, founded in 1701 and named after benefactor Elihu Yale.
- Derived from the Welsh word 'iâl', which describes a tract of fertile or upland country.