Rising since 2017, #3,240 for boys today.
Popularity of Yetzael since 2013
Babies named Yetzael per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 63 |
| 2020s | 145 |
Meaning & origin
Yetzael is a modern and rare name that first entered U.S. birth records in 2013. As of 2025, it ranked 3240 with a frequency of approximately 1 in 47,447 births, indicating its niche appeal. Its trajectory has been rising since 2017, and it achieved its peak rank in 2025. The name is most commonly given in Texas, which stands out as its top state. While its exact origins remain uncertain, the name carries a contemporary sound that may appeal to parents seeking something unique.
Yetzael appears to be a modern coinage, possibly derived from combining the popular prefix 'Yetz-' (as in Yetzirah) with the suffix '-el', a common element in Hebrew names meaning 'God'. However, there is no traditional or historical evidence for this name, and it is not found in any classical name databases. It first appeared in U.S. Social Security records in 2013 and has seen limited but increasing usage since then.
Where Yetzael is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Sibling names for Yetzael
Names that share Yetzael's style, for a brother or sister.
