Yael vs Davis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Yael

Boy #791 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"mountain goat, to ascend"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Israeli Jewish French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#791
Total SSA Count
317
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Yael Rank #791
Davis Rank #646

Davis is more popular, ranked #646 vs #791 for Yael.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Yael or Davis more popular?

Davis is more popular, ranked #646 compared to Yael at #791 in the United States.

What do Yael and Davis mean?

Yael means "mountain goat, to ascend" (Hebrew origin). Davis means "son of David" (English/Welsh patronymic origin).

Are Yael and Davis boy or girl names?

Yael is primarily a boy name. Davis is primarily a boy name.

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