"belonging to God, of God"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
Lael
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A rare Hebrew biblical name meaning of God
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Meaning & Origin
"to God, consecrated to God"
Origin: Biblical Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
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The Story of Lael
Lael is a Hebrew name meaning belonging to God or of God. The name appears in the Hebrew Bible (Numbers 3:24) as the father of Eliasaph, a leader of the Gershonites. It is composed of the Hebrew particle le (to, of, belonging to) and El (God), making it a devotional name expressing divine connection. The name is rare in the modern world, giving it a distinctly unique quality.
Lael is a rare biblical name that has seen modest growth among parents seeking meaningful Hebrew names with a modern sound. Its brevity and soft sound make it accessible despite its biblical origins.
In Jewish and Christian traditions, names compounded with El (God) carry deep spiritual significance. Lael expresses a sense of divine belonging and consecration.
Historical Record
Lael first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 1,922 babies have been named Lael in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Lael is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #2,685 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Lael appears only once in the Hebrew Bible, in the book of Numbers
- The El suffix/prefix appears in many Hebrew names: Michael, Daniel, Gabriel, Raphael
Lael in Other Languages
Greek
Λαήλ
Hebrew
לָאֵל
Popularity Over Time
#2,685
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Lael
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Lael Brainard
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1962
American economist who served as Vice Chair of the Federal Reserve and Director of the National Economic Council
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #2,685
- Total SSA Count
- 65
- Cultural Origins
- Hebrew Jewish Israeli
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Lay
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lael
What does the name Lael mean?
"belonging to God, of God" (from Hebrew). "to God, consecrated to God" (from Biblical Hebrew). Lael is a Hebrew name meaning belonging to God or of God. The name appears in the Hebrew Bible (Numbers 3:24) as the father of Eliasaph, a leader of the Gershonites. It is composed of the Hebrew particle le (to, of, belonging to) and El (God), making it a devotional name expressing divine connection. The name is rare in the modern world, giving it a distinctly unique quality.
What is the origin of the name Lael?
Lael has Hebrew, Biblical Hebrew, Jewish, and Israeli origins. In Hebrew, it means "belonging to God, of God". In Biblical Hebrew, it means "to God, consecrated to God".
Is Lael a boy or girl name?
Lael is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #2685. As a boy name, it is ranked #1468. Lael is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Lael?
Lael is currently ranked #2685 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Lael?
Common nicknames for Lael include Lay.
What are good middle names for Lael?
Popular middle name pairings include Lael Grace, Lael Hope, Lael Marie, Lael Joy, Lael Ruth, and Lael Rose.
What are good sibling names for Lael?
Names that pair well with Lael as siblings include Eli, Asher, Naomi, Miriam, Joel, and Eden.
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 #2685 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Lael
Lael is a girl name with Hebrew, Jewish, and Israeli origins . The name means "belonging to God, of God" in Hebrew .
Is Lael a boy or girl name? Lael is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #2,685 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #1,468. Lael is more commonly used as a boy name.
Lael is currently ranked #2,685 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Lael has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Lael include Lay. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Lael include Laelynn, Laela . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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