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Jaela

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Pronounced jay-EL-ah /dʒeɪˈɛl.ɑ/Medium

Meaning: Elaboration of Jael — from Hebrew Yael, 'a mountain goat, an ibex' (a heroine in the Book of Judges)Medium

In 30 seconds: Nimble as an ibex: Jaela elaborates Jael — 'a mountain goat'. Soft, modern, and warm.

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Origin MediumHebrew

MeaningElaboration of Jael — from Hebrew Yael, 'a mountain goat, an ibex' (a heroine in the Book of Judges)

U.S. rank (2025)#5800 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births21 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2007

Total births (all-time)≈ 2,725

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Jaela is an elaboration of Jael — from Hebrew Yael, 'a mountain goat, an ibex' (a courageous heroine in the Book of Judges). A soft, modern name; the -a ending makes it flowing.

It registers thinly in records. Rare, a-mountain-goat at the root, and soft.

Did you know? Jael means 'a mountain goat, an ibex' in Hebrew (a heroine who saved Israel in the Book of Judges) — Jaela is a soft modern elaboration; sweet and lyrical.

Overall data confidence 65%

Behind the Name — Jael — root etymology

Variations

JaelJaylaJaella

Nicknames

Jae

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Jaela mean?

Jaela elaborates Jael — Hebrew 'a mountain goat, an ibex'.

How do you pronounce Jaela?

It's said jay-EL-ah /dʒeɪˈɛl.ɑ/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Jaela a boy or girl name?

Jaela is a girl's name.

How popular is Jaela?

Jaela is a rare name in the U.S.