Zael

♂ Boy

Pronounced ZAEHL /ˈzæɛl/Medium

Meaning: God has strengthened (short form of Azael)Low

In 30 seconds: Zael is given as a short form of Azael, with a disputed sense along the lines of 'God has strengthened'.

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Origin MediumHebrew, Spanish

MeaningGod has strengthened (short form of Azael)

U.S. rank (2025)#1381 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births134 boys (0.01% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2025

Total births (all-time)≈ 673

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

The meaning attached to Zael, 'God has strengthened', is marked as disputed, and the name is best understood as a clipped form of Azael with roots claimed in both Hebrew and Hispanic use. With its origins uncertain, there is little more that can be stated firmly.

What is clear is its compact, modern sound, a single brisk syllable.

Did you know? Zael is generally taken as a short form of Azael/Azarel, a Hebrew name meaning 'God has strengthened' or 'whom God strengthens', and that sense of God-given strength is part of its appeal.

Overall data confidence 62%

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Zael mean?

Zael is a Hebrew name, generally taken as a short form of Azael/Azarel meaning 'God has strengthened' or 'whom God strengthens'. It is used in Spanish-speaking communities.

How do you pronounce Zael?

It's commonly said ZAEHL /ˈzæɛl/.

Is Zael a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Zael is used as a boy name.

How popular is Zael?

In 2024, Zael ranked #1828 in the U.S. for boys, with 89 births recorded.