Boys name · California
Joel in California
Joel was the 152nd most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 254 babies named Joel that year. Since 1913, California families have named 34,411 babies Joel.
Popularity over time
Joel in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1913 | 7 | 222nd |
| 1932 | 25 | 200th |
| 1948 | 166 | 122nd |
| 1963 | 273 | 134th |
| 1979 | 489 | 77th |
| 1994 | 615 | 102nd |
| 2010 | 493 | 117th |
| 2025 | 254 | 152nd |
Its rank among boys names in California climbed from 222nd in 1913 to 152nd in 2025.
The most babies named Joel in California in a single year was 734, in 1990. Its best showing was 67th among boys names in 1975.
Across the country, Joel reached its best rank of 36th in South Dakota (1969). See Joel in every state →
How popular is Joel in California?
Joel was the 152nd most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 254 babies named Joel that year. Since 1913, California families have named 34,411 babies Joel.
How many babies are named Joel in California?
In 2025, 254 babies were named Joel in California. The most babies named Joel in California in a single year was 734, in 1990.
What is the rank of Joel in California?
Joel ranked 152nd among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 67th among boys names in 1975.
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.