who is noel in christmas

The name Noel is derived from the French word "Noel," which means "Christmas" or "Birthday of Christ." It is a popular name for both boys and girls and has been used for centuries as a traditional Christmas name. In many cultures, the name Noel is associated with the birth of Jesus Christ, as it is believed that the angels sang the song "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men" (Luke 2:14) on the night of his birth. The name Noel is also often used as a middle name, particularly for girls.