Joel

/ˈdʒoʊəl/ noun

Definition

A masculine given name of Hebrew origin.

Etymology

From Hebrew 'Yoel,' combining 'Yahweh' (God) and 'el' (God), literally meaning 'God is willing.' Biblical name of an Old Testament prophet.

Kelly Says

Joel is interesting because it's one of the few names where 'God' appears twice in the etymology—using different Hebrew words for the divine, showing theological nuance!

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