Joab
boy name#2304 in 2025Joab entered the US charts in 1965, peaked at #2304 in 2025, ranks #2304 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1965–2025
#2304
rank today
#2304
peak (2025)
60
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #3537 |
| 1970s | #4808 |
| 1980s | #4978 |
| 1990s | #4169 |
| 2000s | #4385 |
| 2010s | #4028 |
| 2020s | #3023 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Joab has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 1,000 people named Joab are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Joab alive today was born around 2011, making them about 14 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Joab in 2025?
- Joab ranks #2304 among US boy names in 2025, with 60 babies given the name.
- When was the name Joab most popular?
- Joab peaked in 2025, reaching #2304 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Joab with classmates?
- Joab will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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