Vail

The meaning of Vail is ‘valley’ and it is of English origins. Vail also means ‘dweller in the valley’ or ‘one who lives in valley’. The name also has French roots, where it has a very similar meaning; 'from the vale'. Vail can also be used as a surname and it is most commonly found in England. It was brought over by Anglo-Saxons after they invaded in 1066. The surname Vail was initially found in Northumberland. It is a gender-neutral name that is often used by parents who are considering a unisex name for their baby. Famous people sharing this name are Aaron Vail, who is an American diplomat and Vail Montgomery Delon, who is a public figure and Democratic member of the Louisiana House of Representatives.