"belonging to God"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
Lael
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A rare biblical gem meaning 'belonging to God'
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Meaning & Origin
"of God, God's own"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
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The Story of Lael
Lael is a Hebrew name meaning 'belonging to God' or 'of God,' composed of the preposition 'la' (belonging to, of) and 'El' (God, the common Hebrew name for the divine). The name appears in the Bible in Numbers 3:24, where Eliasaph son of Lael is the appointed leader of the Gershonite clan of Levites. It is one of the rarer biblical names now experiencing revival among parents seeking authentic Hebrew names with profound spiritual meaning.
Lael has been quietly growing in the United States and Israel as parents seek distinctive but deeply rooted biblical names. Its rise parallels renewed interest in authentic Hebrew names among both Jewish and Christian communities. The name's clean, two-syllable musicality and the depth of its meaning give it broad appeal across religious communities.
In Jewish and Christian tradition, a name meaning 'of God' or 'belonging to God' carries profound theological significance. Lael appears in the Hebrew Bible (Torah/Old Testament), giving it authentic scriptural roots. In modern Israel, it is used as a given name honoring this ancient biblical heritage.
Historical Record
Lael first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 979 babies have been named Lael in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Lael is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #1,468 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Lael appears in Numbers 3:24 of the Hebrew Bible as the father of Eliasaph, a Levite clan leader
- The name combines the Hebrew preposition 'la' (of/belonging to) with 'El' (God), a divine name appearing in hundreds of biblical names
- Lael is gaining popularity simultaneously in Israel and the United States, a rare cross-cultural biblical revival
Lael in Other Languages
French
Lael
Hebrew
לָאֵל
Spanish
Lael
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Lael
Popularity Over Time
#1,468
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Lael (Hebrew Bible)
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Father of Eliasaph and Gershonite leader mentioned in Numbers 3:24 of the Hebrew Bible, one of the first bearers of this...
Father of Eliasaph and Gershonite leader mentioned in Numbers 3:24 of the Hebrew Bible, one of the first bearers of this name
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #1,468
- Total SSA Count
- 123
- Cultural Origins
- Hebrew Jewish Christian American Israeli
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Lee
Lae
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lael
What does the name Lael mean?
"belonging to God" (from Hebrew). "of God, God's own" (from Hebrew). Lael is a Hebrew name meaning 'belonging to God' or 'of God,' composed of the preposition 'la' (belonging to, of) and 'El' (God, the common Hebrew name for the divine). The name appears in the Bible in Numbers 3:24, where Eliasaph son of Lael is the appointed leader of the Gershonite clan of Levites. It is one of the rarer biblical names now experiencing revival among parents seeking authentic Hebrew names with profound spiritual meaning.
What is the origin of the name Lael?
Lael has Hebrew, Jewish, Christian, American, and Israeli origins. In Hebrew, it means "belonging to God". In Hebrew, it means "of God, God's own".
Is Lael a boy or girl name?
Lael is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #1468. As a girl name, it is ranked #2685. Lael is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Lael?
Lael is currently ranked #1468 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Lael?
Common nicknames for Lael include Lee and Lae.
What are good middle names for Lael?
Popular middle name pairings include Lael Benjamin, Lael Asher, Lael Ezra, Lael Joshua, and Lael Daniel.
What are good sibling names for Lael?
Names that pair well with Lael as siblings include Ezra, Micah, Naomi, Zara, Judah, and Sela.
How many syllables does Lael have?
Lael has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Lael a common or rare name?
Lael is an uncommon name, ranked #1468 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Lael
Lael is a boy name with Hebrew, Jewish, Christian, American, and Israeli origins . The name means "belonging to God" in Hebrew .
Is Lael a boy or girl name? Lael is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #1,468 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #2,685. Lael is more commonly used as a boy name.
Lael is currently ranked #1,468 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Lael has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Lael include Lee and Lae. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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