Zale
z(a)-le
US Popularity:16174
Origin:Polish
Meaning:On the other side of the forest or water meadow; By a flood plain or a bay
Honor baby’s Polish roots with the short and snappy Zale. Originally a topographic last name and variation of others like Zaleski and Zalewski, Zale is typically given to both girls and boys. Deriving from Zaleski, Zale indicates that someone lived “on the other side of the forest” or “on the other side of the water meadow.” Meanwhile, if taken from Zalewski, it was given to those whose abode was “by a flood plain or a bay.” Both a testament to their heritage and their undeniable love of nature, Zale is a cool choice for your little one.
How Popular Is The Name Zale?
U.S. Births
Overall:Zale is currently #16174 in U.S. births
Boy:Zale is currently #7714 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2024
Gender:
Girl
#
in 2024
No change
from 2023
Sources
Ancestry, Zale Family History
Ancestry, Zaleski Family History
Ancestry, Zalewski Family History
House of Names, Zale History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
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