Declining since 2018, #1,585 for boys today.
Popularity of Juelz since 2002
Babies named Juelz per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 926 |
| 2010s | 2,142 |
| 2020s | 1,045 |
Meaning & origin
Juelz first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2002 and saw a rise in usage, peaking in 2017. Since 2018, its popularity has been falling. The name is most common in Louisiana, Illinois, and Maryland. With a current rank of 1585 and an incidence of 1 in 15,963, Juelz remains a rare but recognizable choice, often associated with the rapper Juelz Santana. Its appeal lies in its modern, phonetic spelling and distinctive sound, fitting into a broader trend of creatively spelled names.
Juelz emerged as a given name in the early 2000s, likely inspired by the rapper Jim Jones, whose stage name was Juelz Santana. It is a respelling of Jules, itself a French short form of Julius, or a creative variation of 'jewel'. The name gained modest popularity in the United States during the 2010s, reflecting a trend of phonetic, unique spellings.
Where Juelz is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Juelz
Names that share Juelz's style, for a brother or sister.
