Joel Waltz

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Joel Waltz — God is willing
228K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Joel Waltz 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 Waltz: Christoph Waltz (born 1956), Academy Award-winning Austrian-German actor David Waltz (1943–2012), American computer scientist and professor Gustavus Waltz, (fl. 1732–1759) English opera singer Ian Waltz (born 1977), American discus thrower Jacob Waltz, the "Dutchman" (actually a German immigrant) of the Lost Dutchman's Gold Mine legend John Waltz (baseball) (1860–1931), American baseball manager (for eight games) and executive Kenneth Waltz (1924-2013), American professor and scholar of international relations Mike Waltz (born 1974), American politician Marilyn Waltz (1931–2006), Playboy Playm. 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: Waltz

English

Christoph Waltz (born 1956), Academy Award-winning Austrian-German actor David Waltz (1943–2012), American computer scientist and professor Gustavus Waltz, (fl. 1732–1759) English opera singer Ian Waltz (born 1977), American discus thrower Jacob Waltz, the "Dutchman" (actually a German immigrant) of the Lost Dutchman's Gold Mine legend John Waltz (baseball) (1860–1931), American baseball manager (for eight games) and executive Kenneth Waltz (1924-2013), American professor and scholar of international relations Mike Waltz (born 1974), American politician Marilyn Waltz (1931–2006), Playboy Playm.

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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 Waltz

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 Waltz:

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

3
Soul Urge Number

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

22
Personality Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

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 Waltz?
The surname Waltz originates from English. Christoph Waltz (born 1956), Academy Award-winning Austrian-German actor David Waltz (1943–2012), American computer scientist and professor Gustavus Waltz, (fl. 1732–1759) English opera singer Ian Waltz (born 1977), American discus thrower Jacob Waltz, the "Dutchman" (actually a German immigrant) of the Lost Dutchman's Gold Mine legend John Waltz (baseball) (1860–1931), American baseball manager (for eight games) and executive Kenneth Waltz (1924-2013), American professor and scholar of international relations Mike Waltz (born 1974), American politician Marilyn Waltz (1931–2006), Playboy Playm.
What are the origins of the name Joel Waltz?
The name Joel Waltz combines two different traditions: the first name Joel has Hebrew roots, while the surname Waltz originates from English.
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