Jaelle
About Jaelle
Jaelle is a feminine name with Hebrew origins, appearing in the Bible as Jael (יָעֵל), meaning 'mountain goat' or 'ibex,' symbolizing surefootedness and grace. This particular spelling adds a French-inspired flair to the biblical name. In the Old Testament, Jael is known for her bravery as she killed Sisera, an enemy commander, by driving a tent peg through his temple. The name thus carries connotations of courage, determination, and decisive action. Jaelle remains relatively uncommon but appeals to parents seeking a name with biblical roots yet a distinctive, elegant sound. The addition of the 'le' ending gives the name a softer, more feminine quality compared to the original Jael. The name works well internationally, with a pronunciation that remains fairly consistent across language boundaries.
Pronounced jah-EL.
As of October 2026, Jaelle ranked #5625 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #3803 in 2011.
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Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #4,390 | 33 | 18.5 |
| 2015 | #4,909 | 28 | 15.7 |
| 2016 | #4,294 | 34 | 19.2 |
| 2017 | #4,250 | 34 | 19.7 |
| 2018 | #4,703 | 29 | 17 |
| 2019 | #4,101 | 35 | 20.9 |
| 2020 | #4,681 | 28 | 17.3 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | #4,400 | 32 | 19.9 |
| 2024 | #4,309 | 33 | 20.4 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
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Jaelle in pop culture
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