Noel
Noel is a girl's name of French origin.
Meaning
Born on Christmas Day or natal day.
Origin and history
Noel is a traditional French name derived from the Latin word for Christmas or birth. While traditionally more common for boys, it has maintained a steady presence as a female given name in the United States for over a century. It offers a classic, seasonal elegance for parents seeking a timeless name.
Popularity in the United States
15,284 babies in the United States have been named Noel since 1880. It ranks #1259 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1214.
States where it is most popular
- CA (20 %)
- NY (11.3 %)
- PA (8.1 %)
- TX (6 %)
- IL (5.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 5 |
| 1910-1920 | 103 |
| 1920-1930 | 184 |
| 1930-1940 | 464 |
| 1940-1950 | 915 |
| 1950-1960 | 905 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,288 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,807 |
| 1980-1990 | 2,494 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,387 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,874 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,866 |
| 2020-2029 | 992 |
Famous people named Noel
- Noel Neill: Actress
Fun facts
- The name directly derives from Old French 'Noël', which developed from the Latin 'natalis dies' meaning 'birth day'.
- While Noelle is a more common feminine spelling in the US, Noel has consistently been registered as a female name since 1880.