gender neutral
Joelle
Jehovah is God
About Joelle
This elegant name carries a graceful quality that feels both contemporary and timeless. Parents choosing Joelle often appreciate its soft, melodic sound that flows beautifully when spoken aloud. The name works wonderfully across various settings, from playground introductions to professional environments later in life. Its European flair adds sophistication without pretension, making it accessible yet distinctive. Joelle pairs exceptionally well with both classic and modern middle names, offering flexibility for parents crafting their daughter's full name. The name has maintained steady popularity without becoming overly common, ensuring your daughter will likely be the only Joelle in her class while still having a name that feels familiar and easy to pronounce.
Popularity of the Name Joelle
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1966 | #469 | ||
| 1967 | #492 | ||
| 1968 | #490 | ||
| 1969 | #552 | ||
| 1970 | #585 | ||
| 1971 | #723 | ||
| 1972 | #733 | ||
| 1973 | #826 | ||
| 1974 | #817 | ||
| 1975 | #786 | ||
| 1976 | #868 | ||
| 1977 | #861 | ||
| 1978 | #827 | ||
| 1979 | #899 | ||
| 1980 | #870 | ||
| 1981 | #934 | ||
| 1982 | #908 | ||
| 1983 | #921 | ||
| 1984 | #802 | #563 | |
| 1985 | #666 | ||
| 1986 | #648 | ||
| 1987 | #655 | ||
| 1988 | #785 | #467 | |
| 1989 | #788 | ||
| 1990 | #789 | ||
| 1991 | #826 | #245 | |
| 1992 | #913 | #233 | |
| 1993 | #866 | #237 | |
| 1994 | #794 | #195 | |
| 1995 | #809 | #231 | |
| 1996 | #848 | #202 | |
| 1997 | #821 | #239 | |
| 1998 | #838 | #229 | |
| 1999 | #856 | #284 | |
| 2000 | #902 | #305 | |
| 2001 | #950 | #299 | |
| 2002 | #916 | #702 | #325 |
| 2003 | #903 | #347 | |
| 2004 | #936 | #361 | |
| 2016 | #784 | #474 | |
| 2017 | #673 | #506 | |
| 2018 | #699 | #464 | |
| 2019 | #704 | #478 | |
| 2020 | #762 | #532 | |
| 2021 | #734 | #564 | |
| 2022 | #785 | #633 | |
| 2023 | #935 | #676 | |
| 2024 | #922 | #783 | |
| 2008 | #797 | #459 | |
| 2005 | #367 | ||
| 2006 | #458 | ||
| 2007 | #476 | ||
| 2009 | #431 | ||
| 2010 | #441 | ||
| 2011 | #526 | ||
| 2012 | #483 | ||
| 2013 | #573 | ||
| 2014 | #578 | ||
| 2015 | #716 | ||
| 2025 | #922 |
Top names by country: United States · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Joelle
- Joella
- Joëlle
- Joellen
Names Similar to Joelle
Nicknames for Joelle
- Jo
- Elle
- Joey
- Ellie
Famous People Named Joelle
| Joelle Carter | American actress |
| Joelle Hadjia | Australian singer and former X Factor contestant |
| Joelle King | New Zealand professional squash player |
| Joelle Numainville | Canadian racing cyclist |
| Joelle Wyser-Pratte | American philanthropist and investor |
| Joelle Amaral | Portuguese journalist and TV presenter |
| Joelle Bekhazi | Canadian water polo player |
| Joelle Behlok | Lebanese fashion designer |
| Joelle Charbonneau | American author |
| Joelle Dinnage | British entrepreneur and philanthropist |
| Joelle Emily DiNardi | American beauty pageant titleholder - Miss Maine 2018 |
| Joelle Hatem | Lebanese actress and model |
| Joelle Kayembe | Congolese model and actress |
| Joelle Rollo-Koster | French-American historian and author |
| Joelle Tuerlinckx | Belgian contemporary artist |
| Joelle Uzyel | French-Israeli fashion designer |
| Joelle van Dyne | American artist and illustrator |
| Joelle Wallach | American composer |
| Joelle Wright | American basketball player |
| Joelle Zorzetto | French ski mountaineer |
Characters Named Joelle
| Joelle Van Dyne | Madame Psychosis - from the novel "Infinite Jest" by David Foster Wallace |
| Joelle Brooks | from the TV series "Grace and Frankie" |
| Joelle Clark | from the novel "The Goode Girl" by Mary Harwell Sayler |
| Joelle Anoa'i | from the TV series "Total Divas" |
| Joelle Ligon | from the film "Under the Silver Lake" |
| Joelle Lavie | from the film "Rapture" |
| Joelle Mardinian | from the TV series "Joelle" |
| Joelle St. John | from the TV series "Casualty" |
| Joelle McDermott | from the novel "Ice Dogs" by Terry Lynn Johnson |
| Joelle Taylor | from the film "Broken Mile" |
| Joelle Ortiz | from the TV series "Famous in Love" |
| Joelle Gable | from the TV series "My Name Is Earl" |
| Joelle Zandstra | from the film "The Edge of Seventeen" |