Boys name · Georgia
Joel in Georgia
Joel was the 235th most popular boys name in Georgia in 2025, with 52 babies named Joel that year. Since 1911, Georgia families have named 7,895 babies Joel.
Popularity over time
Joel in Georgia, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1911 | 9 | 159th |
| 1927 | 35 | 144th |
| 1944 | 60 | 116th |
| 1960 | 120 | 98th |
| 1976 | 80 | 88th |
| 1992 | 78 | 118th |
| 2009 | 93 | 138th |
| 2025 | 52 | 235th |
Its rank among boys names in Georgia fell from 159th in 1911 to 235th in 2025.
The most babies named Joel in Georgia in a single year was 132, in 1969. Its best showing was 66th among boys names in 1969.
Across the country, Joel reached its best rank of 36th in South Dakota (1969). See Joel in every state →
How popular is Joel in Georgia?
Joel was the 235th most popular boys name in Georgia in 2025, with 52 babies named Joel that year. Since 1911, Georgia families have named 7,895 babies Joel.
How many babies are named Joel in Georgia?
In 2025, 52 babies were named Joel in Georgia. The most babies named Joel in Georgia in a single year was 132, in 1969.
What is the rank of Joel in Georgia?
Joel ranked 235th among boys names in Georgia in 2025. Its best showing was 66th among boys names in 1969.
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.