Noel is a moderately popular boys' name in United States, ranking #386 in 2017 with 832 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2014 with 901 births ranking #356. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 60.9%. In 2017, approximately 1 in every 2,224 boys born was named Noel. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Noel is a festive classic most directly linked to Christmas. It feels gentle, cultured, and quietly distinctive.
The name developed from the French word for Christmas and has been used both as a personal name and surname. Its seasonal link gives it a warm and recognisable character.