A 1910s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Jules since 1880
Babies named Jules per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1928, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Jules's real moment was 1911.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1880s | 0 | 141 |
| 1890s | 0 | 152 |
| 1900s | 0 | 191 |
| 1910s | 0 | 1,003 |
| 1920s | 0 | 1,214 |
| 1930s | 0 | 1,005 |
| 1940s | 0 | 904 |
| 1950s | 0 | 766 |
| 1960s | 0 | 493 |
| 1970s | 0 | 442 |
| 1980s | 13 | 503 |
| 1990s | 133 | 536 |
| 2000s | 561 | 593 |
| 2010s | 847 | 768 |
| 2020s | 530 | 672 |
Meaning & origin
Jules is a unisex name of French origin, derived from the Roman family name Julius. In the United States, it has been recorded since 1880, with its highest popularity peak in 1911. After declining for much of the 20th century, Jules has been on a rising trajectory since 1995, reaching rank 1393 in 2025. The name is most popular in Louisiana, New York, and Virginia. Its simple, sophisticated sound appeals to parents seeking a classic yet distinctive choice. As of 2025, it is given to approximately 1 in 13,039 newborns, reflecting its steady but niche appeal.
Jules is a French given name derived from Latin Iulius, the name of a Roman family. In France it has been used for both boys and girls, though historically more common for boys. The feminine use likely arose as a short form of Julie. In the United States, Jules has been in use since the 19th century, with a peak in popularity around 1911.
Where Jules is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Jules” around the world
Where Jules lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
#8
in 2024
Ireland
3
babies in 2025
Quebec
#14
in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · CSO Ireland (Ireland) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Julie
Sibling names for Jules
Names that share Jules's style, for a brother or sister.
Sisters: Juliette, Margot, Simone, Camille, Audrey, Antionette, Monet, Fonda, Odette, Ambre, Anaise, Elese, Eulalie, Maelle, Manon, Rosette, Roux, Azelie, Bijou, Junelle, Larose, Lilas, Lydie, Capucine, Nielle
Brothers: Julian, Leo, Hugo, Felix, Oscar, Emile, Marc, Luc, Mael, Matisse, Rainier, Arles, Cote, Franck, Guerry, Jaque
