Boys name · North Carolina
Joel in North Carolina
Joel was the 250th most popular boys name in North Carolina in 2025, with 50 babies named Joel that year. Since 1910, North Carolina families have named 6,950 babies Joel.
Popularity over time
Joel in North Carolina, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 5 | 220th |
| 1930 | 20 | 227th |
| 1946 | 60 | 133rd |
| 1962 | 129 | 84th |
| 1977 | 75 | 90th |
| 1993 | 48 | 163rd |
| 2009 | 88 | 139th |
| 2025 | 50 | 250th |
Its rank among boys names in North Carolina fell from 220th in 1910 to 250th in 2025.
The most babies named Joel in North Carolina in a single year was 136, in 1963. Its best showing was 65th among boys names in 1968.
Across the country, Joel reached its best rank of 36th in South Dakota (1969). See Joel in every state →
How popular is Joel in North Carolina?
Joel was the 250th most popular boys name in North Carolina in 2025, with 50 babies named Joel that year. Since 1910, North Carolina families have named 6,950 babies Joel.
How many babies are named Joel in North Carolina?
In 2025, 50 babies were named Joel in North Carolina. The most babies named Joel in North Carolina in a single year was 136, in 1963.
What is the rank of Joel in North Carolina?
Joel ranked 250th among boys names in North Carolina in 2025. Its best showing was 65th among boys names in 1968.
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.