Yael
boy name#817 in 2025Yael entered the US charts in 1984, peaked at #775 in 2023, ranks #817 today — a fast riser climbing the charts.
Popularity 1984–2025
#817
rank today
#775
peak (2023)
304
babies in 2025
rising
a fast riser climbing the charts
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #5706 |
| 1990s | #4402 |
| 2000s | #1498 |
| 2010s | #973 |
| 2020s | #902 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Yael has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 5,200 people named Yael are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Yael is a kid of about 11 — 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 Yael in 2025?
- Yael ranks #817 among US boy names in 2025, with 304 babies given the name.
- When was the name Yael most popular?
- Yael peaked in 2023, reaching #775 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Yael with classmates?
- Yael will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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