Holding steady.
Popularity of Joal since 1936
Babies named Joal per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1930s | 5 | 5 |
| 1940s | 0 | 8 |
| 1950s | 7 | 0 |
| 1960s | 13 | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 | 27 |
| 1980s | 0 | 42 |
| 1990s | 0 | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 | 15 |
| 2010s | 0 | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Joal is a rare American given name that first appeared in Social Security records in 1939. It reached its peak popularity in 1946, when it was most frequently recorded, though it has never ranked among the top 1000 names. The name's trajectory has been stable over the decades, with no significant revival. Joal is likely a phonetic variant of the more common biblical name Joel, which carries the meaning 'the Lord is God'. In the 1940s, when it saw its highest usage, parents often adapted traditional names with alternative spellings. Despite its scarcity, Joal offers a distinctive option for those seeking a name with biblical roots and a modern feel.
Joal is a rare given name, likely a variant spelling of Joel, which derives from the Hebrew name Yo'el (יוֹאֵל) meaning 'the Lord is God'. Alternatively, it may be a form of Joab (Yo'av), meaning 'God is father'. The name emerged in the United States in the mid-20th century, with its highest usage in the 1940s. Its spelling variation may reflect modern English naming trends favoring simplified or phonetic forms.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jo
Sibling names for Joal
Names that share Joal's style, for a brother or sister.
