אֱיָל

Eyal

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Eyal is a Jewish boy name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Strength, might”.

MeaningStrength, might
GenderBoy
OriginHebrew
Written asאֱיָל
Pronunciationeh-YAHL
TraditionJewish
Used inIsrael

Meaning and origin of Eyal

Eyal is a modern Hebrew name from a word meaning 'strength' or 'power', found in the Hebrew Bible. It is related to the word for ram, also a symbol of strength. Eyal became popular in Israel in the second half of the twentieth century. It is short, strong and easy to pronounce.

Is Eyal a Jewish name?

Eyal is a Hebrew name used mainly by Jewish families, especially in Israel. Its meaning comes from a word used in the Psalms.

How popular is Eyal?

A familiar boy's name in Israel, uncommon elsewhere.

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Spellings and variants of Eyal

Eyali

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Eyal mean?

Eyal means 'Strength, might'. It is of Hebrew origin.

Is Eyal a Jewish name?

Eyal is a Hebrew name used mainly by Jewish families, especially in Israel. Its meaning comes from a word used in the Psalms.

How do you pronounce Eyal?

Eyal is pronounced eh-YAHL.

Is Eyal a boy or girl name?

Eyal is usually a boy name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.