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Joelle

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Joelle Pronunciation

Joelle is pronounced joh-EL /dʒoʊˈɛl/High

Meaning: A form of Joel/Joelle — from Hebrew Yoel, 'the Lord (Yahweh) is God'; predominantly a girls' name; here for boysLow

In 30 seconds: The Lord is God: Joelle is a form of Joel — 'the Lord is God'. Lyrical, devout, and warm. Used for both sexes (here for boys; said 'joh-EL').

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Origin LowHebrew

MeaningA form of Joel/Joelle — from Hebrew Yoel, 'the Lord (Yahweh) is God'; predominantly a girls' name; here for boys

U.S. rank (2024)#5751 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births16 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2016

Total births (all-time)≈ 520

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Joelle is a form of Joel/Joelle — from Hebrew Yoel, 'the Lord (Yahweh) is God' (the name of an Old Testament prophet). Predominantly a girls' name (the feminine of Joel), it is used here for boys (slug distinguished; routes layered, which we note; said 'joh-EL'; nickname Joey).

It registers thinly for boys. Rare for boys, the-Lord-is-God at the root, and devout.

Did you know? Joel means 'the Lord (Yahweh) is God' (Hebrew Yoel) — Joelle is its lyrical extended form, predominantly girls', here for boys (the routes are layered, which we note; said 'joh-EL').

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Behind the Name — Joel — root etymology

Variations

JoelYoelJoele

Nicknames

Joey

Themes & Styles

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Joelle?

Joelle is pronounced joh-EL (/dʒoʊˈɛl/). Press play above to hear Joelle said aloud.

How do you say Joelle?

Joelle is said joh-EL (/dʒoʊˈɛl/). Press play above to hear Joelle said aloud.

What does the name Joelle mean?

Joelle is a form of Joel — Hebrew 'the Lord (Yahweh) is God'.

Is Joelle a boy or girl name?

Joelle is used for both sexes (predominantly girls'); this page covers its use as a boy's name.

How popular is Joelle?

Joelle is rare for boys in the U.S.