Boys name · New Jersey
Joel in New Jersey
Joel was the 308th most popular boys name in New Jersey in 2025, with 28 babies named Joel that year. Since 1916, New Jersey families have named 6,890 babies Joel.
Popularity over time
Joel in New Jersey, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1916 | 5 | 297th |
| 1932 | 23 | 121st |
| 1948 | 56 | 99th |
| 1963 | 55 | 143rd |
| 1979 | 83 | 78th |
| 1994 | 93 | 93rd |
| 2010 | 88 | 105th |
| 2025 | 28 | 308th |
Its rank among boys names in New Jersey fell from 297th in 1916 to 308th in 2025.
The most babies named Joel in New Jersey in a single year was 144, in 2006. Its best showing was 67th among boys names in 1977.
Across the country, Joel reached its best rank of 36th in South Dakota (1969). See Joel in every state →
How popular is Joel in New Jersey?
Joel was the 308th most popular boys name in New Jersey in 2025, with 28 babies named Joel that year. Since 1916, New Jersey families have named 6,890 babies Joel.
How many babies are named Joel in New Jersey?
In 2025, 28 babies were named Joel in New Jersey. The most babies named Joel in New Jersey in a single year was 144, in 2006.
What is the rank of Joel in New Jersey?
Joel ranked 308th among boys names in New Jersey in 2025. Its best showing was 67th among boys names in 1977.
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.