Noel
noel
US Popularity:704
Origin:French
Meaning:Christmas
Noel is a gender-neutral name of French origin, getting its meaning from the french word for “Christmas.” While Noelle is the more common spelling for little girls, the day itself takes on the gender-neutral spelling. This could be the perfect title for a December baby, ready to bring cheer and joy to your family. Like candy canes, elves and stockings hung by the chimney with care, Noel will never go out of style. With the day itself referring to the birth of Christ, Noel will come into your home ready to begin their own adventure.
Famous People Named Noel
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- Noel GallagherMusician
Noel Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Noel is currently #1108 on The Bump
Boy:Noel is currently #806 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Noel is currently #609 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Noel is currently #704 in U.S. births
Boy:Noel is currently #858 in U.S. births
Girl:Noel is currently #2407 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
Gender:
Girl
#2407
in 2022
+ 66
from 2021
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 487
Ancestry, Noel
Merriam-Webster, Noel
Collins Dictionary, Definition of 'noel'
Behind the Name, Noel, January 2022
House of Names, Noel History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
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