Boys name · Pennsylvania
Joel in Pennsylvania
In 2025, 42 babies born in Pennsylvania were named Joel, making it the #278 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1912, add up to 11,526.
Popularity over time
Joel in Pennsylvania, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1912 | 5 | #385 |
| 1928 | 16 | #308 |
| 1944 | 87 | #111 |
| 1960 | 188 | #106 |
| 1977 | 168 | #69 |
| 1993 | 115 | #105 |
| 2009 | 98 | #135 |
| 2025 | 42 | #278 |
No year in Pennsylvania had more Joel births than 1981, when 218 were born. Its highest rank in Pennsylvania came in 1975, at #62.
Its rank among boys names in Pennsylvania ran from #62 in 1975 to #495 in 1916, starting at #385 in 1912 and ending at #278 in 2025.
South Dakota gave Joel its highest national rank, #36, in 1969. See Joel in every state →
How popular is Joel in Pennsylvania?
In 2025, 42 babies born in Pennsylvania were named Joel, making it the #278 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1912, add up to 11,526.
How many babies are named Joel in Pennsylvania?
In 2025, 42 babies born in Pennsylvania were named Joel.
What is the rank of Joel in Pennsylvania?
Joel's 2025 rank among boys names in Pennsylvania was #278.
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.