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Jalea

juh-LAY-uh

Letters5
Syllables3
OriginHebrew

The Story of Jalea

Imagine a name as surprising and delightful as a perfectly set fruit preserve, capturing pure, unadulterated sweetness.

Jalea possibly echoes Jael, a Hebrew name suggesting a nimble mountain goat, a creature of resilience. Alternatively, it draws from the Spanish 'jalea,' meaning a fruit preserve, evoking a sense of concentrated sweetness and natural goodness. It emerged in data around 1987 and saw its peak popularity in 2007.

When you picture your daughter, Jalea, you see a spirit that can navigate any terrain with grace, as sure-footed as a goat on a cliff face. Yet, there's also a melt-in-your-mouth quality, a delightful sweetness that you know will be your greatest joy. You'll find yourself saying her name with a smile, savoring its sound.

What It Means

Possibly a variation of 'Jael,' a Hebrew name meaning 'mountain goat'. Also linked to the Spanish word for 'jelly'.

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Numerology

8

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Personality Traits

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Peak Year

#38 in 2007

Total Births

713

First Recorded

1987

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