Nowell Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationNOH-well / nəʊˈɛlEnglish; French
Meaning
English: Christmas; French: Christmas
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Nowell is derived from the Old French word 'Noël', which means Christmas. It has been used as a given name since the Middle Ages, particularly in England. The name is often associated with the Christmas season, reflecting its festive connotations. Nowell has been used in various cultural contexts, especially in relation to Christmas carols and celebrations.
Trend Summary
The name Nowell has seen limited use in the United States, often peaking during the holiday season.
Similar Names
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International Variants
- Noël (French)
- Noelia (Spanish)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nowell was first seen in the United States in 1927. Nowell has ranked as high as #1109 nationally, which occurred in 1969, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Nowell has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1951 | 6 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1966 | 8 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1969 | 10 |
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1991 | 10 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2022 | 5 |