Yoel Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationyo-EL / joʊˈɛlHebrew
Meaning
God is willing
Historical & Cultural Background
Yoel is a Hebrew name derived from the biblical figure Joel, who is known as a prophet in the Old Testament. The name has been used in Jewish communities for centuries and carries significant religious connotations. It is also found in various cultures influenced by Hebrew traditions. The name has seen varying levels of popularity in different regions and periods.
Trend Summary
Yoel has maintained a stable presence in U.S. naming trends, with occasional spikes in popularity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Yoelito
International Variants
- Yoël (French)
- Joël (Dutch)
- Noé (Spanish)
Famous people named Yoel
Yoel Romero is a Cuban-American mixed martial artist known for his accomplishments in the UFC.
Yoel Maizel is an Israeli author and educator recognized for his contributions to Jewish literature.
Yoel Ben-Shlomo is a prominent Israeli mathematician known for his work in number theory.
Yoel Zussman is an Israeli politician who has served in various governmental roles.
Fictional characters named Yoel
Yoel is a character in the video game 'The Last of Us Part II', known for his role in the storyline.
Yoel is a character in the novel 'The Book of Joel', representing themes of faith and redemption.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Yoel was first seen in the United States in 1970. Yoel has ranked as high as #1192 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in New York, California, Texas, Florida, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Yoel has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Yoel (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 27 | |
| CA | 14 | |
| TX | 14 | |
| GA | 8 | |
| WA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1978 | 12 |
| 1979 | 75 |
| 1980 | 127 |
| 1981 | 99 |
| 1982 | 89 |
| 1983 | 73 |
| 1984 | 58 |
| 1985 | 52 |
| 1986 | 47 |
| 1987 | 43 |
| 1988 | 52 |
| 1989 | 57 |
| 1990 | 45 |
| 1991 | 33 |
| 1992 | 40 |
| 1993 | 73 |
| 1994 | 58 |
| 1995 | 50 |
| 1996 | 45 |
| 1997 | 43 |
| 1998 | 50 |
| 1999 | 54 |
| 2000 | 65 |
| 2001 | 60 |
| 2002 | 81 |
| 2003 | 60 |
| 2004 | 74 |
| 2005 | 75 |
| 2006 | 86 |
| 2007 | 94 |
| 2008 | 99 |
| 2009 | 95 |
| 2010 | 117 |
| 2011 | 109 |
| 2012 | 102 |
| 2013 | 109 |
| 2014 | 120 |
| 2015 | 134 |
| 2016 | 159 |
| 2017 | 147 |
| 2018 | 142 |
| 2019 | 180 |
| 2020 | 150 |
| 2021 | 140 |
| 2022 | 134 |
| 2023 | 156 |
| 2024 | 119 |