Noel means "Christmas" in French. In the Middle Ages it was used for children born on the holiday. A famous bearer was the English playwright and composer Noël Coward (1899-1973).
Saintly namesake: Noël Chabanel was a French Jesuit missionary and martyr in Canada, remembered for his dedication and sacrifice among the Huron people. (October 19 · 17th century)
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