Joyful
Pronunciation: [ j-OYF-uhl ]
Joyful is a girl baby name. Ranked #26,426 in the US, popular nicknames include Joy, Joyie, and Joyfie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Joyful first appeared in US Social Security records in 2012.
Over 47 babies have been named Joyful in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Joyful is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #26,426 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #26,426
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Nicknames
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About the Name Joyful
Joyful is a girl name .
Joyful is currently ranked #26,426 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Joyful include Joy, Joyie, Joyfie, and Joyfy. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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