Jael
boy name#1315 in 2025Jael entered the US charts in 1979, peaked at #983 in 2012, ranks #1315 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1979–2025
#1315
rank today
#983
peak (2012)
147
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #6056 |
| 1980s | #5316 |
| 1990s | #4202 |
| 2000s | #1768 |
| 2010s | #1280 |
| 2020s | #1322 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Jael has been most popular in TX, NY, CA.
Living bearers
About 3,400 people named Jael are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Jael is a kid of about 12 — this name's wave is very recent.
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 #1315 among US boy names in 2025, with 147 babies given the name.
- When was the name Jael most popular?
- Jael peaked in 2012, reaching #983 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Jael with classmates?
- Jael will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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