Joel
Meaning: God is Lord, Yahweh is God
Origin: Hebrew
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #77
Total births: 7,836
History: Joel surged in the 1990s in Australia. Joel Selwood captained Geelong to multiple AFL premierships despite playing through incredible pain — pure Australian toughness. Joel represents the AFL spirit — courage, loyalty, and playing hurt.
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Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2010) | #100 |
| Babies named Joel in 2010 | 100 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 7,836 |
| Peak year | 1987 (379 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #27 |
| Years in records | 1976–2010 (35 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 45 spots |
Frequently asked about Joel
What does the name Joel mean?
Joel means “God is Lord, Yahweh is God” from Hebrew roots.
What is the origin of the name Joel?
Joel has Hebrew origin. The traditional meaning is “God is Lord, Yahweh is God”.
How popular is Joel in Australia?
Joel ranked #100 in Australia in 2010 — given to 100 babies that year.
When was Joel most popular?
Joel peaked in 1987 with 379 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Joel a boy or girl name?
Joel is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Joels in registered births are male.
Is the name Joel rising or falling in popularity?
Joel has fallen 45 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #55 in 2005 to #100 in 2010.
How long has Joel been recorded in Australia?
Joel appears in birth records in Australia across 35 years — from 1976 through 2010.