Jael is a feminine given name of Hebrew origin, meaning mountain goat or wild goat. In the Bible, Jael is the name of a woman who killed the enemy commander Sisera by driving a tent peg through his head while he was sleeping. Jael is a popular name in Israel and has been consistently ranked among the top 100 names for girls since the 1970s. The name Jael has been associated with strength, courage, and determination, likely due to its biblical origins. Jael is also a name associated with nature and the outdoors, symbolizing a connection to the earth and its creatures. In some cultures, Jael is considered a unisex name, although it is more commonly given to girls. Variations of the name Jael include Ja'el, Yael, and Jaeli. Jael has been used as a surname as well, such as in the case of the American actress and model, Jael Strauss. Jael has been used as a name in various artistic works, such as in the song Jael by the band In This Moment, or in the novel Jael by the author, Sharon Bolton. Jael is a name that has been growing in popularity in recent years, possibly due to its unique and exotic sound, as well as its strong and empowering associations.

The root form of Jael is Jael — meaning Wild As A Mountain Goat.

Jael remains a beloved choice, ranking #142 in the US. Timeless appeal across cultures and generations.