Lael

Hebrew
"belonging to God"

Lael Origin and Meaning

The name Lael is a boy's name of Hebrew origin meaning "belonging to God".

Although this is an ancient Old Testament name, it has a pleasant contemporary feel that might appeal to today's parents, who might just as easily use it for a girl.

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Famous People Named Lael

  • Lael
    father of Eliasaph, the chief of the Gershonites (Num. 3:24)
  • Lael Brainard
    U.S. Undersecretary of the Treasury for International Affairs
  • Lael Rose
    daughter of singer Tamia and basketball player Grant Hill
  • Lael Harrelson
    (female) founder of Covenant Spice

Lael in Pop Culture

  • Lael Wyngate
    wealthy and charming lady in Behrman's play Rain from Heaven