Find out how popular the last name Noell is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Noell.

Noell, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Noell surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Noell in America

Noell is the 15673rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Noell surname appeared 1,862 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 1 people would have the surname Noell.

We can also compare 2010 data for Noell to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Noell

The surname Noell originated in France during the medieval period, specifically in the region of Normandy. It is believed to be derived from the Old French word "noel," which means "Christmas" or "birth of Christ." This suggests that the name may have been initially given to a child born around the Christmas season.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Noell can be found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive record of landowners in England compiled in 1086 by order of William the Conqueror. The Domesday Book mentions a person named "Rannulfus Noel" who held lands in Wiltshire.

In the 13th century, a notable figure named Jean Noel played a significant role in the construction of the iconic Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris. He was a master stonemason and oversaw the intricate stonework and carvings that adorn the cathedral's facade.

During the 16th century, a French mathematician and philosopher named Étienne Noël (1581-1660) gained recognition for his contributions to the field of mathematics. He is known for his work on algebraic equations and for his involvement in the development of analytical geometry.

In the 18th century, a French playwright named Michel Noël (1711-1788) achieved success with his satirical comedies. His plays often criticized the societal norms and political systems of his time, earning him both acclaim and controversy.

Another notable figure with the surname Noell was the British explorer and writer Thomas Noell (1770-1854). He embarked on several expeditions to Africa and the Middle East, documenting his travels in various publications. His writings provided valuable insights into the cultures and landscapes he encountered.

Throughout history, the surname Noell has undergone various spelling variations, such as Noel, Nowell, and Nowel. These variations can be found in historical records and documents from different regions and time periods.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Noell

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Noell.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Noell was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Noell has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Noell was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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