What does Yaelis mean and where does it come from?
Yaelis is a modern Hebrew name with roots in the word 'Yah' (a short form of God in Hebrew) and 'El' (meaning God). The name is often given to girls born to parents who want to reflect their faith. It has become popular in Israel and among Jewish communities in Latin America. It represents a spiritu
Cultural significance
Yaelis has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Israel-speaking communities, where it reflects values of god will answer..
Peak popularity
Reached #6366 in 2016 — currently #17164 in the US.
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Browse names →How else can you spell Yaelis?
Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive
What middle names flow best with Yaelis?
Yaelis works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Yaelis Grace
One syllable · timeless choice
Yaelis Leah
One syllable · timeless choice
Yaelis Claire
One syllable · timeless choice
Yaelis Zoey
One syllable · vintage charm
Yaelis Maeve
One syllable · timeless choice
Yaelis Jade
One syllable · vintage charm
How popular is Yaelis right now?
Falling — down 1993 spots — currently #17164 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
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| 2025 | #17164 | 5 | ▼ down 1993 · -17% births |
| 2024 | #15171 | 6 | ▼ down 4064 · -33% births |
| 2023 | #11107 | 9 | ▼ down 2606 · -31% births |
| 2022 | #8501 | 13 | ▲ up 3645 · +63% births |
| 2021 | #12146 | 8 | ▼ down 3914 · -38% births |
| 2020 | #8232 | 13 | ▲ up 610 |
| 2015 | #8842 | 13 | ▲ up 10043 · +160% births |
| 2010 | #18885 | 5 | ▲ up 275 |
| 2005 | #19160 | 5 | — |
The story of Yaelis
Yaelis is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2005. With 116 total births recorded, Yaelis remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #19160 in 2005 to #11107 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Yaelis in 2016:
💎Yaelis has only 116 total recorded births since 2005 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Yaelis?
Common
YaeYaelYaelieYaelyElis
What names sound and feel like Yaelis?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Yaelis also consider these
Common questions about the name Yaelis
What does the name Yaelis mean?
Yaelis means "God will answer." — a name rooted in Israel tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Yaelis?
Yaelis is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Yaelis have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Yaelis?
Yaelis originates from Israel tradition. Israel names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name Yaelis?
Yaelis is a three-syllable name pronounced YAH-EL-iz. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
What sibling names go well with Yaelis?
Yaelis pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Israel heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.