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At a Glance: Name: Jules – Meaning: youthful, downy – Origin: French (from Latin Julius) – Gender: Neutral – Pronunciation: JOOLZ
Jules is a neutral name with French origins, tracing back to the Latin Julius, and carries the meaning youthful, downy. It's pronounced JOOLZ, a short, clean, modern option that works for a child of any gender.
Meaning & Origin of Jules
Meaning: Youthful, downy.
Origin: French (from Latin Julius).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Jules
Phonetic: JOOLZ IPA: /ˈdʒuːlz/
Popularity of Jules
Jules hit its all-time peak in 1893, ranking #412 with 20 babies given the name that year. By 2024, within the SSA's 1880-2024 data range, it ranked #1837 with 88 babies.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Jules mean?
Youthful, downy. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Jules)
How do you pronounce Jules?
Jules is pronounced JOOLZ (IPA: /ˈdʒuːlz/).
Is Jules a popular name right now?
Jules peaked at #412 in 1893 and is ranked #1837 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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