Rising since 1992, #4,172 for girls today.
Popularity of Noeli since 1990
Babies named Noeli per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 84 |
| 2000s | 152 |
| 2010s | 154 |
| 2020s | 177 |
Meaning & origin
Noeli is a modern feminine name closely related to Noelle and Noelia, all deriving from the French Noël meaning 'Christmas.' The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1990 and has seen a steady rise in popularity, especially since 1992. It peaked in 2022, reflecting a growing interest in names with festive and spiritual connotations. In 2025, Noeli ranked 4,172, with roughly 1 in 47,273 girls receiving the name. The name is most common in Texas and California, states with large Hispanic populations where the Spanish form Noelia is also well-known. While still relatively uncommon, Noeli has a warm, melodic sound that fits well with other modern -li ending names.
Noeli is a variant of Noelle, itself the feminine form of the French Noël, which derives from the Latin nātālis (diēs) meaning 'birthday' in reference to the birth of Christ. The name has been used in both French- and Spanish-speaking communities, often given to girls born around Christmastime.
Where Noeli is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Noe, Eli, Noli
Sibling names for Noeli
Names that share Noeli's style, for a brother or sister.
