Vail Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationVAIL / veɪlEnglish; French
Meaning
English: valley; French: to prevail
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Vail is derived from the English word for a valley, often used in place names. It can also be associated with the French verb 'vailoir', meaning to prevail or be worth. The name has been used as both a surname and a given name. Its usage as a first name has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
The name Vail has seen a modest rise in popularity in recent years.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Vail was first seen in the United States in 1952. Vail has ranked as high as #1326 nationally, which occurred in 2018, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Colorado, Pennsylvania, and Minnesota. In the past 5 years the name Vail has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Vail (2020)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 2004 | 14 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 48 |
| 2016 | 48 |
| 2017 | 35 |
| 2018 | 53 |
| 2019 | 30 |
| 2020 | 34 |
| 2021 | 34 |
| 2022 | 21 |
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2024 | 27 |