Noel
girl name#1388 in 2025Noel entered the US charts in 1909, peaked at #587 in 1987, ranks #1388 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1909–2025
#1388
rank today
#587
peak (1987)
157
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #2208 |
| 1910s | #2373 |
| 1920s | #2302 |
| 1930s | #1064 |
| 1940s | #837 |
| 1950s | #1052 |
| 1960s | #1015 |
| 1970s | #796 |
| 1980s | #723 |
| 1990s | #848 |
| 2000s | #1210 |
| 2010s | #1281 |
| 2020s | #1366 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Noel has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida.
Living bearers
About 14,000 people named Noel are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Noel alive today was born around 1987, making them about 38 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Noel in 2025?
- Noel ranks #1388 among US girl names in 2025, with 157 babies given the name.
- When was the name Noel most popular?
- Noel peaked in 1987, reaching #587 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Noel with classmates?
- Noel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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