Yoel
yoel
US Popularity:2697
Origin:Hebrew
Meaning:Yahweh is God, God is the Lord
Yoel is a Hebrew boy's name and a form of Joel. Meaning “Yahweh is God” and “God is the Lord,” among other variations of the same sentiment, Yoel can be a thoughtful way to share your faith and heritage with baby. Yoel comes from the words Yah, an abbreviation of Yahweh, and el, referring to the Hebrew God. In the Old Testament, Joel is one of the 12 minor prophets of ancient Israel and the author of the Book of Joel. You'll also find him on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel, as painted by Michaelangelo.
Yoel Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Yoel is currently #4556 on The Bump
Boy:Yoel is currently #2560 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Yoel is currently #2697 in U.S. births
Boy:Yoel is currently #1265 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#1265
in 2023
+ 133
from 2022
Sources
Behind the Name, Yoel, April 2024
Behind the Name, Joel, June 2023
Abarim Publications, Joel meaning, November 2023
Name Doctor, Yoel
Britannica, Book of Joel, Old Testament, July 2010
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