Boys name · Alabama
Joel in Alabama
Joel was the 203rd most popular boys name in Alabama in 2025, with 28 babies named Joel that year. Since 1912, Alabama families have named 4,714 babies Joel.
Popularity over time
Joel in Alabama, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1912 | 12 | 161st |
| 1928 | 19 | 208th |
| 1944 | 51 | 110th |
| 1960 | 107 | 78th |
| 1977 | 53 | 97th |
| 1993 | 33 | 145th |
| 2009 | 35 | 163rd |
| 2025 | 28 | 203rd |
Its rank among boys names in Alabama fell from 161st in 1912 to 203rd in 2025.
The most babies named Joel in Alabama in a single year was 107, in 1960. Its best showing was 78th among boys names in 1960.
Across the country, Joel reached its best rank of 36th in South Dakota (1969). See Joel in every state →
How popular is Joel in Alabama?
Joel was the 203rd most popular boys name in Alabama in 2025, with 28 babies named Joel that year. Since 1912, Alabama families have named 4,714 babies Joel.
How many babies are named Joel in Alabama?
In 2025, 28 babies were named Joel in Alabama. The most babies named Joel in Alabama in a single year was 107, in 1960.
What is the rank of Joel in Alabama?
Joel ranked 203rd among boys names in Alabama in 2025. Its best showing was 78th among boys names in 1960.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.