Girl · 815th of 30,306
Joelle
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
16,383
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2017
Peak Popularity Year
456
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Joelle stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Joelle is a feminine name of French origin, derived from the Hebrew name Yoel, meaning 'Yahweh is God.' The name evolved from Yoel to Joel in Old French before becoming Joelle. It embodies traits of elegance and creativity. Although there is no direct biblical relevance, it has roots in biblical nomenclature through its Hebrew origin. Joelle gained popularity in the 20th century and remains a graceful choice for many.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/dʒoʊˈɛl/
Origin
French
Etymology
Joelle is a feminine form of the name Joel, which originates from the Hebrew name Yoel, meaning 'Yahweh is God.'
Meaning
Yahweh is God
Language Evolution
Yoel (Hebrew), Joel (Old French), Joelle (French)
Historical Usage
Joelle gained popularity in the 20th century as a feminine variation of Joel, especially in French-speaking regions.
Variants & Derivatives
Joelle (French), Joella (English), Joely (English)
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Joelle is perceived as a graceful and elegant name, often associated with creativity and sophistication.
Famous People
Joelle Carter, an American actress, Joelle H. G. D. B. W. K. Thelma, a French singer
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 456 peak births in 2017
Geographic Spread
Popular across 43 US states, with strongest presence in New Jersey
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 10 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 8 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 10 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6776th of 16616 | 83 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5826th of 24088 | 209 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4997th of 23106 | 228 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 9107th of 9107 | 5 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3499th of 9204 | 124 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2105th of 12526 | 519 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 692nd of 19264 | 3,637 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 826th of 27321 | 3,688 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1002nd of 35406 | 3,864 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 815th of 30306 | 4,026 |