Lael
girl name#1942 in 2025Lael entered the US charts in 1895, peaked at #1592 in 1895, ranks #1942 today — a vintage name making a comeback.
Popularity 1895–2025
#1942
rank today
#1592
peak (1895)
99
babies in 2025
comeback
a vintage name making a comeback
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1592 |
| 1910s | #4120 |
| 1920s | #4249 |
| 1930s | #2445 |
| 1940s | #2893 |
| 1950s | #2763 |
| 1960s | #3840 |
| 1970s | #4521 |
| 1980s | #5078 |
| 1990s | #6283 |
| 2000s | #4186 |
| 2010s | #3044 |
| 2020s | #2807 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Lael has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 2,100 people named Lael are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lael alive today was born around 2005, making them about 20 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lael in 2025?
- Lael ranks #1942 among US girl names in 2025, with 99 babies given the name.
- When was the name Lael most popular?
- Lael peaked in 1895, reaching #1592 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Lael with classmates?
- Lael will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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