Noelle
Noelle: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈnəʊəl/ · /ˈnoʊɛl/
Meaning and origin of Noelle
- A female given name from French, often given to girls born near Christmas.
Etymology
From French Noëlle, the feminine form of the male given name Noël.
How popular is Noelle?
Since 1880, 44,457 girls and 115 boys in the U.S. have been named Noelle (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #202 in 2021. Its highest rank for boys was #4831 in 1981. In 2025 it ranked #202 for girls, with 1,507 babies given the name.
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Noelle FAQ
What does the name Noelle mean?
A female given name from French, often given to girls born near Christmas. From French Noëlle, the feminine form of the male given name Noël.
What is the origin of the name Noelle?
Noelle is listed as a name of French origin.
How popular is the name Noelle?
Since 1880, 44,457 girls and 115 boys in the U.S. have been named Noelle (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #202 in 2021. Its highest rank for boys was #4831 in 1981. In 2025 it ranked #202 for girls, with 1,507 babies given the name.
Is Noelle a boy or girl name?
Noelle is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 44,457 girls and 115 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.