Joel
Joel is a Hebrew name meaning "Yahweh is God" or "the Lord is God." It has deep biblical roots as one of the twelve minor prophets in the Old Testament.
Current Popularity
#219 for boys
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce across most languages
- •Short and complete—doesn't require a nickname
- •Works well in both professional and casual settings
- •Strong biblical heritage without feeling overly religious
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Statistics
277,996
Total births since 1880
1985
Peak year
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