Joel
girl name#13208 in 2025Joel entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #1017 in 1966, ranks #13208 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1912–2025
#13208
rank today
#1017
peak (1966)
6
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3479 |
| 1920s | #2688 |
| 1930s | #1836 |
| 1940s | #1865 |
| 1950s | #2257 |
| 1960s | #2000 |
| 1970s | #2113 |
| 1980s | #2507 |
| 1990s | #4415 |
| 2000s | #9485 |
| 2010s | #11907 |
| 2020s | #11926 |
Living bearers
About 2,100 people named Joel are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Joel alive today was born around 1969, making them about 56 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Joel in 2025?
- Joel ranks #13208 among US girl names in 2025, with 6 babies given the name.
- When was the name Joel most popular?
- Joel peaked in 1966, reaching #1017 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Joel with classmates?
- Joel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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