The nameYoël

Yoël is a boy's name, the Hebrew form of Joel.

Meaning

From the Hebrew Yoel, "the Lord is God".

Origin

Hebrew.

History

In France it has been given since the late 1960s, most often around 2000.

Popularity of the name Yoël

Yoël in France

1678thmost popular boys' name in France, latest official figures
1999peak year (30 births)
795babies named Yoël in France since 1900
01530 1900192019401960198020002020
Births per year in France. Source: Insee, French national statistics office, latest official figures. Rounded numbers.

Yoël was most popular in France in the 1990s, with 225 births over the decade, 28% of all recorded babies named Yoël. Its rise began around 1969, and it peaked in 1999. Half of all babies named Yoël in France were born before 2002.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Yoël mean?

From the Hebrew Yoel, "the Lord is God".

What is the origin of the name Yoël?

Hebrew.

Is Yoël a girl's or a boy's name?

Yoël is a boy's name.