Vail Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationVail / veɪlEnglish; French
Meaning
English: valley; French: from the valley
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Vail is derived from the Old French word 'vale', meaning valley. It has been used as both a surname and a given name. In some contexts, it can also refer to a geographical location, particularly in the United States, where Vail is known as a ski resort town in Colorado. The name is relatively uncommon as a first name but carries a sense of nature and landscape.
Trend Summary
Vail has seen limited use as a given name, remaining relatively rare in the United States.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Vail was first seen in the United States in 1915. Vail has ranked as high as #1346 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Vail has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1915 | 5 |
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1922 | 6 |
| 1932 | 5 |
| 1946 | 7 |
| 1954 | 7 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 6 |