Noel: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: n-oh-ehl
Origin: Italy
gender-female

Emmy Samtani

Emmy Samtani

Emmy is the founder of Kiindred and mother to 3 little ones. Over the last 4 years, she has worked with some of the most credible experts in the parenting space and is a keen contributor on all things parenthood.
Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Southern Europe
Meaning: Christmas

Noel is a name of French origin, meaning "Christmas. Noel, " It signifies the holiday season and is derived from the Latin verb *nasci*, meaning "to be born. Noel, " The name has evolved over time, initially used as a reference to the Christmas season in Old French and later becoming a popular given name in English-speaking countries. Noel it has been used for both boys and girls, although it is more commonly associated with males. The name Noel is significant because it evokes the festive spirit and joy of the holiday season, making it an ideal choice for December babies. Noel, English-speaking countries. Noel is a strong and confident name, celebrated for its boldness and resilience, making it ideal for individuals with a dynamic spirit.

Noel Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Noel is currently #1870 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Noel is currently #1035 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Noel is currently #895 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Noel is currently #478 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names

Popularity Trend Chart

Wikipedia, NSW Births Deaths and Marriages, QLD Registry of Births, Deaths & Marriages, WA Registry of Births, SA Registry of Births, VIC Registry of Births, Social Security Administration

arrow-icon Noel
arrow-icon