Jael
girl name#1388 in 2025Jael entered the US charts in 1957, peaked at #1196 in 2012, ranks #1388 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1957–2025
#1388
rank today
#1196
peak (2012)
157
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #3150 |
| 1960s | #5121 |
| 1970s | #4631 |
| 1980s | #3242 |
| 1990s | #2601 |
| 2000s | #1849 |
| 2010s | #1412 |
| 2020s | #1530 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Jael has been most popular in TX, FL, CA.
Living bearers
About 4,500 people named Jael are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Jael alive today was born around 2011, making them about 14 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jael in 2025?
- Jael ranks #1388 among US girl names in 2025, with 157 babies given the name.
- When was the name Jael most popular?
- Jael peaked in 2012, reaching #1196 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Jael with classmates?
- Jael will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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