Jael
Jael is a girls' name of Hebrew origin meaning “mountain goat, to ascend.” Jael is a biblical heroine from the Book of Judges who killed the Canaanite general Sisera, turning the tide of war for…
how do you pronounce Jael?
YAH-el
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what does Jael mean?
The name Jael means “mountain goat, to ascend.” It comes from the Hebrew language tradition.
Jael is a biblical heroine from the Book of Judges who killed the Canaanite general Sisera, turning the tide of war for Israel. She is celebrated in the Song of Deborah as 'most blessed of women.' The name combines delicate animal imagery (mountain goat) with fierce warrior spirit — gentle appearance, formidable substance.
who are famous people named Jael?
- Jael (biblical heroine who defeated the general Sisera)
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Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial
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