TheNameDBVail
UnisexMeaning
To lower or remove one's hat as a sign of respect; a valley.
Etymology
Derived from the Old French 'avaler,' meaning to lower or descend, or from the English word 'vale' meaning valley. The name may have originated as a surname related to geography or as a verb-derived occupational name.
About the Name Vail
Vail is a rare given name that is more commonly used as a surname, particularly in English-speaking regions. It may reference geographical features or historical customs of respect.