A 1960s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Joeli since 1969
Babies named Joeli per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 15 |
| 1970s | 12 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 45 |
| 2000s | 96 |
| 2010s | 45 |
| 2020s | 25 |
Meaning & origin
Joeli is an uncommon modern variant of Joelle, first recorded in 1969. It peaked in its debut year but then faded until beginning a gradual rise in 1991. As of 2025, it ranks 13,208th with a rate of 1 in 267,878 births. The name was not recorded in any top state, reflecting its rarity. This spelling, with its 'i' ending, aligns with a fashion for soft, vowel-ending names for girls. With its transparent connection to the biblical Joel, Joeli offers a distinctive yet familiar-sounding choice for parents seeking an underused name.
Joeli is a modern English variant of Joelle, itself a feminine form of Joel. The name Joel derives from the Hebrew name Yo'el, meaning 'Yahweh is God.' This spelling emerged in the 20th century as a creative adaptation, likely influenced by the popularity of names ending in 'i' for girls.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jo, Jojo, Eli
Sibling names for Joeli
Names that share Joeli's style, for a brother or sister.
