Joella

Joella is a feminine given name used in English-speaking countries. It is often considered a modern formation that blends the popular name root Jo- with the diminutive suffix -ella, producing a name that echoes other Ella-based names.

Etymology and meaning: Joella may be derived as a variant of Joelle, itself from Joel, a Hebrew name meaning "Yahweh is God" (Yo'el). Alternatively, Joella may be formed more directly from Jo- plus Ella without attributing a Hebrew origin. Because of these multiple pathways, the meaning of Joella is typically associated with the general family of "Yahweh is God" via Joelle, though some uses emphasize the Ella sound rather than an explicit Biblical meaning.

Usage: The name is relatively uncommon and has appeared sporadically in baby-name charts in North America and Europe since the mid-20th century. It is not tied to a specific culture beyond English-language naming trends and is sometimes chosen as a unique or modern-sounding variant of Ella or Joelle.

Notable people and fictional characters: There are no widely recognized figures named Joella in mainstream sources.

See also: Joelle, Joel, Ella.