Unknown; possibly a modern variation of Zaylee or Zael
Zaeli is a rare modern invention with no single established etymology. It is likely a creative blend of the popular 'Z' initial with the trendy 'aeli' suffix, or a variation of the name Zaylee, which itself is a modern American coinage. Some suggest connections to the Hebrew name Zael, meaning 'to be willing,' though this is not historically confirmed for the feminine form.
Less common today
Zaeli isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,961 in 2024.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
