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GirlPronounced Hebrew /ja.ˈʔel/

Yael

A name meaning "Capra".

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Yael is a girl name meaning "Capra".

Pronunciation: Hebrew /ja.ˈʔel/.

GenderGirl
MeaningCapra
PronunciationHebrew /ja.ˈʔel/

Meaning and history

Hebrew form of Jael.

Notes and context

Usage: hebrew, biblical hebrew | Hebrew: יָעֵל

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