Joel Gilstrap

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Joel Gilstrap — God is willing
228K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Joel Gilstrap is a name that combines Hebrew origins. The first name Joel is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin. Joel or Yoel is a male name derived from יוֹאֵל Standard Hebrew, Yoʾel, Tiberian Hebrew, or Yôʾēl, meaning "Yahu is god", "YHWH is God", or the modern translation "Yahweh is God". Joel as a given name appears in the Hebrew Bible. The surname Gilstrap: Bob Gilstrap (born 1974), American mixed martial artist Chena Gilstrap (died 2002), American football coach Gilstrap baronets, short-lived United Kingdom baronetcy of one baronet (1887–96) Harriet Patrick Gilstrap (1870–1974), American educator and pioneer Hunter Gilstrap (born 1983), American soccer player James Rodney Gilstrap (born 1957), American judge from Texas Jim Gilstrap (born ~1948), American singer Jim Gilstrap (coach) (1942–2007), American football coach Mark Gilstrap (born 1952), American politician from Kansas Gilstrap Township, Adams County, North Dakota, USA Joel is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 228K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Joel reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Joel

Meaning: God is willing

Hebrew

Joel or Yoel is a male name derived from יוֹאֵל Standard Hebrew, Yoʾel, Tiberian Hebrew, or Yôʾēl, meaning "Yahu is god", "YHWH is God", or the modern translation "Yahweh is God". Joel as a given name appears in the Hebrew Bible.

Surname: Gilstrap

English

Bob Gilstrap (born 1974), American mixed martial artist Chena Gilstrap (died 2002), American football coach Gilstrap baronets, short-lived United Kingdom baronetcy of one baronet (1887–96) Harriet Patrick Gilstrap (1870–1974), American educator and pioneer Hunter Gilstrap (born 1983), American soccer player James Rodney Gilstrap (born 1957), American judge from Texas Jim Gilstrap (born ~1948), American singer Jim Gilstrap (coach) (1942–2007), American football coach Mark Gilstrap (born 1952), American politician from Kansas Gilstrap Township, Adams County, North Dakota, USA

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Joel is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Joel by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Joel Gilstrap

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Joel Gilstrap:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Joel?
The first name Joel originates from Hebrew. Joel or Yoel is a male name derived from יוֹאֵל Standard Hebrew, Yoʾel, Tiberian Hebrew, or Yôʾēl, meaning "Yahu is god", "YHWH is God", or the modern translation "Yahweh is God". Joel as a given name appears in the Hebrew Bible.
When was Joel most popular?
The name Joel reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Gilstrap?
The surname Gilstrap originates from English. Bob Gilstrap (born 1974), American mixed martial artist Chena Gilstrap (died 2002), American football coach Gilstrap baronets, short-lived United Kingdom baronetcy of one baronet (1887–96) Harriet Patrick Gilstrap (1870–1974), American educator and pioneer Hunter Gilstrap (born 1983), American soccer player James Rodney Gilstrap (born 1957), American judge from Texas Jim Gilstrap (born ~1948), American singer Jim Gilstrap (coach) (1942–2007), American football coach Mark Gilstrap (born 1952), American politician from Kansas Gilstrap Township, Adams County, North Dakota, USA
What are the origins of the name Joel Gilstrap?
The name Joel Gilstrap combines two different traditions: the first name Joel has Hebrew roots, while the surname Gilstrap originates from English.
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