Noel
Meaning of Noel
Noel is a beautiful unisex name with both English and French origins. In both languages, it's pronounced as noh-EL. A variant of the name is Noelle. It has been a popular choice for parents in the United States for over a century, consistently ranking in the top 500 names since records began in 1880. Its popularity peaked in the late 1930s when it ranked at number 266. Although its rank has fluctuated over the years, Noel remains a timeless and elegant option for any newborn.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as noh-EL (/noʊˈɛl/)
French
- Pronunced as noh-EL (/nɔ.ɛl/)
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Notable People Named Noel
| Noel Gallagher is an influential English musician, songwriter, and former member of the band Oasis, known for his successful songwriting career and impact on British rock music. |
| Noel Anthony Clarke is a British actor, producer, screenwriter, and director known for his roles in Doctor Who and for his work depicting black working-class characters in London. |
| Noel Darleen Neill was an American actress best known for her portrayal of Lois Lane in the Superman film serials and television series in the 1940s and 1950s. |
| Captain Noel Godfrey Chavasse was an English medical doctor, Olympic athlete, and British Army officer who is one of only three people to be awarded a Victoria Cross twice. |
| Noel Fitzpatrick is an Irish veterinary surgeon known for his work on the television show The Supervet and as the director of Fitzpatrick Referrals, a group of specialized animal hospitals in Surrey. |
| Noel Gilroy Annan, Baron Annan OBE, was a distinguished British military intelligence officer, author, and academic who held prominent positions in various prestigious institutions. |
| Archibald Noel Skelton was a Scottish Unionist politician, journalist, and intellectual. |
| Noel Rosa - Noel de Medeiros Rosa was a prominent Brazilian songwriter, singer, and instrumentalist known for revolutionizing samba music with his urban, witty language and social commentary. |
| Noel Stanley Clough was an Australian track and field athlete known for competing in the 400 metres, 800 metres, and 400 metres hurdles. |
| Sir Noël Peirce Coward was a renowned English playwright, composer, director, actor, and singer celebrated for his wit, flamboyance, and distinctive personal style. |
