Find out how popular the first name Aylet has been for the last 1 years (from 2007 to 2007) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Aylet by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Aylet is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2007, there were 9 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Aylet.

The history of the first name Aylet

The given name Aylet is believed to have originated from the Hebrew language. It is a variant spelling of the Hebrew name Ayelet, which means "doe" or "female deer." The name is derived from the Hebrew word 'ayyal,' meaning "deer" or "gazelle."

The name Aylet can be traced back to ancient times and is mentioned in the Bible. In the Song of Songs, a book in the Hebrew Bible, the term "ayelet ha-shahar" is used, which translates to "the doe of the morning" or "the morning star."

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Aylet is found in the Talmud, a central text of Rabbinic Judaism. The Talmud mentions a woman named Aylet, who lived during the Mishnaic period (around the 3rd century CE).

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Aylet. One of the earliest known was Aylet bat Yosef, a Jewish scholar and poet who lived in Spain during the 11th century. Another notable figure was Aylet ha-Shahar, a 12th-century Jewish philosopher and poet from Spain.

In the 13th century, there was Aylet bat Shlomo, a Hebrew poet and scholar who lived in Provence, France. One of the most famous individuals with this name was Aylet Zurer, an Israeli actress born in 1979, known for her roles in films such as "Munich" and "Angels & Demons."

Another notable bearer of the name was Aylet Shaked, an Israeli politician born in 1976, who served as the Minister of Justice in Israel from 2015 to 2019.

While the name Aylet has its roots in ancient Hebrew culture, it has gained popularity in various parts of the world, particularly in Israel and among Jewish communities. The name's association with the beauty and grace of a deer has contributed to its enduring appeal throughout the centuries.

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