Zale

At a Glance: Name: Zale – Origin: modern coinage (possibly evoking Greek ζάλη) – Gender: primarily used for boys

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Zale is a modern name, sometimes said to evoke the Greek word ζάλη. You may see it described as meaning 'sea strength' or 'power of the sea,' but that's not accurate: ζάλη actually means 'surge' or 'dizziness,' and there's no confirmed link tying the given name to that word at all.

Meaning & Origin of Zale

Origin: modern coinage (possibly evoking Greek ζάλη).

A common claim: Zale means 'sea strength' or 'power of the sea' Actually: The Greek word it's linked to, ζάλη, actually means 'surge/swell' or 'dizziness', not 'strength'; no confirmed source ties the modern given name to this word at all.

Popularity of Zale

Zale peaked at #3710 in 1951 with just 6 babies given the name, and by 2024 it had fallen to #7714 with only 11 recorded.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1951–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Zale mean?

Zale means ‘sea strength’ or ‘power of the sea’ The Greek word it’s linked to, ζάλη, actually means ‘surge/swell’ or ‘dizziness’, not ‘strength’; no confirmed source ties the modern given name to this word at all.

Is Zale a popular name right now?

Zale peaked at #3710 in 1951 and is ranked #7714 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1951–2024.)

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