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Origin: Hebrew

Meaning: Of God; Belonging to God

One universal fact in life is that we all want to belong. As a parent, you will understand the unconditional need to care for baby and give them a sense of belonging in the world. Lael, a beautiful name of Hebrew origin, means "of God" or "belonging to God." Lael stems from Hebrew roots and is referenced in the Bible. It is not just reserved for a parent of religious faith though, for its symbolism of belonging has worldwide appeal outside of any boundaries. Lael can be pronounced as one simple syllable, or you can choose to say it the Finnish way, LAY-el, with two beats.