Yael
Unisex · Hebrew / Biblical
yael · 2 beats
Meaning
Mountain goat; the biblical heroine who saved her people with quick courage.
The vibe
Yael is desert wind and a sharp gaze. Modern and strongly grounded, she is the name of someone whose courage is instant — clear-eyed, decisive, beautifully unafraid.
Quick questions
Is Yael a boy's or a girl's name?
Yael is a unisex name of Hebrew / Biblical origin.
How popular is Yael?
Yael is a genuinely rare pick — you will seldom meet another.
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