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At a Glance
- Origin
- Modern coinage (possibly evoking Greek ζάλη)
- Gender
- Primarily used for boys
- Pronunciation
- ZAYL
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.
How to Pronounce Zale
ZAYLIPA /zeɪl/
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.
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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.
How do you pronounce Zale?
Zale is pronounced ZAYL (IPA: /zeɪl/).
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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