Jules Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jules is a name of Latin origin meaning youthful, derived from the Roman name Julius. It evolved through various forms from Latin to Old French and finally to modern French. The name is associated with a sense of sophistication and has biblical relevance. It has historical usage dating back to the Middle Ages and is popular in French-speaking regions today.
The name Jules is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jules has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, falling for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for male in South, falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Jules' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 528th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 594th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 866th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1252nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1527th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2096th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1713th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10575th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3014th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2119th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jules' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jules"
Pronunciation
/dʒuːlz/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Jules is derived from the Latin name 'Julius', which is believed to be related to the Roman family name 'Julius' that was possibly derived from the Latin word 'Iuventius', meaning youthful.
Meaning
youthful
Language Evolution
Iulius (Latin), Julius (Old French), Jules (French)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in France during the Middle Ages and has remained in use in various cultures, particularly in French-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Julian, Julianna, Jule, Julee
Modern Popularity & Image
Jules is viewed as a classic yet modern name, often associated with sophistication and charm.
Famous People
Jules Verne, a renowned French author known for his adventure novels., Jules César, the famous Roman general and statesman., Jules Dassin, an American film director.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jules"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Jules"
"Jules" Popularity Across American Generations
Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
---|---|---|---|
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 528th of 7545 | 2,120 |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 594th of 6773 | 1,820 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 866th of 7552 | 1,388 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1252nd of 10718 | 722 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1527th of 16616 | 829 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2096th of 24088 | 940 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1713th of 23106 | 1,126 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 10575th of 27321 | 86 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3014th of 35406 | 839 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2119th of 30306 | 1,071 |
Regional Popularity of "Jules" by Generation for Male Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
---|---|---|---|---|
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
48.87% 692nd/1416 |
23.06% 318th/1379 |
25.99% 615th/2366 |
55.08% 629th/1142 |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
46.70% 722nd/1546 |
20.57% 320th/1556 |
29.92% 704th/2353 |
56.50% 874th/1547 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
47.06% 1048th/2227 |
24.57% 597th/2430 |
27.48% 784th/2853 |
36.40% 1010th/2775 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
60.98% 1791st/2937 |
34.86% 1214th/3483 |
28.74% 1011th/3518 |
32.00% 1294th/4044 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
27.55% 1233rd/4475 |
27.03% 1404th/5194 |
24.95% 1576th/6317 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
31.24% 1613th/5164 |
27.66% 2023rd/7313 |
26.05% 1944th/7463 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
62.00% 2470th/3984 |
32.52% 1459th/4487 |
24.60% 1678th/6822 |
23.23% 1458th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Jules" by Generation for Female Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
---|---|---|---|---|
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
65.14% 3364th/5164 |
42.98% 3143rd/7313 |
41.47% 3095th/7463 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
72.09% 2872nd/3984 |
51.91% 2329th/4487 |
28.72% 1959th/6822 |
36.50% 2291st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jules"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jules" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.