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Lael vs Smith

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lael

Boy #1,468 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"belonging to God"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Jewish Christian American Israeli

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,468
Total SSA Count
123
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Lael Rank #1,468
Smith Rank #1,580

Lael is more popular, ranked #1468 vs #1580 for Smith.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lael or Smith more popular?

Lael is more popular, ranked #1468 compared to Smith at #1580 in the United States.

What do Lael and Smith mean?

Lael means "belonging to God" (Hebrew origin). Smith means "metalworker, blacksmith" (Old English origin).

Are Lael and Smith boy or girl names?

Lael is primarily a boy name. Smith is primarily a boy name.

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