Joela
JO-el-ah
Joela is a girl’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “A feminization of 'Joel' (Hebrew), meaning 'Yahweh is God' or 'the Lord is God'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1971.
What Joela Means
“A feminization of 'Joel' (Hebrew), meaning 'Yahweh is God' or 'the Lord is God'.”
The Story of Joela
This name carries a profound spiritual resonance, a gentle feminization of a name that declares divine power.
Joela is a graceful feminization of the Hebrew name Joel, meaning 'Yahweh is God' or 'the Lord is God.' First appearing in the 1970s, it brings a softer, more accessible sound to a name with ancient, declarative roots, linking it to a timeless faith.
For your daughter, Joela, this name suggests a warmhearted and intelligent spirit, grounded in a quiet certainty. You imagine her as someone deeply sensitive and perhaps spiritual, possessing a gentle strength that comes from a profound inner knowing.
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#7 in 1971
Total Births
17
First Recorded
1971
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