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Joel

“Yahweh is God”

About the name Joel

Joel is a Hebrew name meaning ‘Yahweh is God’, derived from the elements ‘Yo’ referring to God and ‘el’ meaning God. It is a biblical name, borne by a prophet in the Old Testament who authored the Book of Joel.

Meaning
Yahweh is God
Origin
Hebrew
Gender
Boy
Pronunciation
JOH-el(2 syl.)

Variants and spellings

  • Yoel

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Middle names for Joel

  • Joel David
  • Joel Michael
  • Joel Isaac
  • Joel Benjamin
  • Joel Samuel

Questions about Joel

What does Joel mean?
Joel is a Hebrew name meaning "Yahweh is God".
How do you pronounce Joel?
Joel is pronounced JOH-el, with emphasis on the first syllable.
What are variants of Joel?
Variants of Joel include Yoel.

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