Joel
Joel is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Yahweh is God.
Origin and history
Joel is a classic name of Hebrew origin meaning 'Yahweh is God'. Though primarily given to males, it has a long history of rare usage for females in the United States. It offers a short, distinct biblical choice with timeless simplicity.
Popularity in the United States
2,595 babies in the United States have been named Joel since 1880. It ranks #3469 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2072.
States where it is most popular
- CA (37.6 %)
- LA (23 %)
- NY (17.2 %)
- TX (7.1 %)
- OH (4.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 42 |
| 1920-1930 | 111 |
| 1930-1940 | 206 |
| 1940-1950 | 234 |
| 1950-1960 | 238 |
| 1960-1970 | 466 |
| 1970-1980 | 416 |
| 1980-1990 | 414 |
| 1990-2000 | 252 |
| 2000-2010 | 119 |
| 2010-2019 | 68 |
| 2020-2029 | 29 |
Fun facts
- The name comes from the Hebrew name Yo'el, combining elements referring to God.
- While widely popular for males, Joel has consistently maintained a quiet presence as a unique female name in the U.S. since 1880.