Yahel: meaning of the Hebrew name
יָהֵל
Pronounced ya-HEL
- Unisex
- Hebrew
Meaning of Yahel
From hila, light and radiance, as in the Book of Job's phrase about light that shines: a bright, gleaming light. Yahel is used for both boys and girls.
Yahel in Hebrew
Yahel is written יהל in Hebrew (with vowel points: יָהֵל). Hebrew is read from right to left.
- יYod
- הHe
- לLamed
Gematria value: 45 (Yod 10 + He 5 + Lamed 30)
About the name
- GenderUnisex
- OriginHebrew
- Meaningwill shine
- Pronunciationya-HEL
- Hebrewיהל
- Syllables2
Popularity in Israel
Yahel last appeared in Israel's top 150 girls' names in 2017, at #150 (84 babies). Its highest rank in 2014-2024 was #137, in 2016.
All years 2014-2024
| Year | Rank | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | - | - |
| 2023 | - | - |
| 2022 | - | - |
| 2021 | - | - |
| 2020 | - | - |
| 2019 | - | - |
| 2018 | - | - |
| 2017 | 150 | 84 |
| 2016 | 137 | 94 |
| 2015 | 138 | 92 |
| 2014 | 149 | 80 |
Source: Israel Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS), first names given to Jewish newborns, 2014-2024. Ranks cover the 150 most common names per year.
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Questions about Yahel
What does the name Yahel mean?
From hila, light and radiance, as in the Book of Job's phrase about light that shines: a bright, gleaming light. Yahel is used for both boys and girls.
How do you pronounce Yahel?
Yahel is pronounced ya-HEL in modern Israeli Hebrew. The syllable in capital letters is stressed.
How do you write Yahel in Hebrew?
Yahel is written יהל in Hebrew (with vowel points: יָהֵל).
How popular is the name Yahel in Israel?
Yahel last appeared in Israel's top 150 girls' names in 2017, at #150 (84 babies). Its highest rank in 2014-2024 was #137, in 2016. Source: Israel Central Bureau of Statistics.
What is the gematria of Yahel?
In gematria, the Hebrew spelling יהל adds up to 45 (Yod 10 + He 5 + Lamed 30).
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