Yale
yayl
Letters
4
Syllables
1
Origin
English
Total Births
1,416
Peak Year
#29 in 1929
First Recorded
1908
Style
Strong & Bold, Sophisticated & Formal
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Yale is of English origin and is derived from a place name meaning 'corner' or 'angle.' It is also associated with Yale University.
Numerology
The Creative
Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.
Famous Namesakes
Elihu Yale
Benefactor of Yale University
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