Boys name · Virginia
Joel in Virginia
In 2025, 30 babies born in Virginia were named Joel, making it the #285 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1913, add up to 4,501.
Popularity over time
Joel in Virginia, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1913 | 9 | #185 |
| 1929 | 14 | #209 |
| 1945 | 20 | #199 |
| 1961 | 50 | #157 |
| 1977 | 45 | #126 |
| 1993 | 50 | #134 |
| 2009 | 78 | #123 |
| 2025 | 30 | #285 |
The most Joel births in Virginia in a single year was 86, in 2011. Joel's highest rank in Virginia was #79, set in 1985.
Rank swung between #79 (1985) and #408 (1917) in Virginia, from #185 in 1913 to #285 in 2025.
Nationally, Joel's strongest state was South Dakota, where it hit #36 in 1969. See Joel in every state →
How popular is Joel in Virginia?
In 2025, 30 babies born in Virginia were named Joel, making it the #285 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1913, add up to 4,501.
How many babies are named Joel in Virginia?
In 2025, 30 babies born in Virginia were named Joel.
What is the rank of Joel in Virginia?
Joel's 2025 rank among boys names in Virginia was #285.
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.