Joel Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Joel Name at a Glance

Name	Joel
Meaning	He that wills or commands
Origin	Biblical
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Joel Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Joel means “He that wills or commands”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Joel Name Origin

Our database records Joel under Biblical origin. Browse more Biblical baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Joel a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Joel is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Joel

When considering Joel for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.