MallowbyNames

Jull

JUHL · of uncertain origin; possibly a variant of Jill or a modern diminutive

Peak popularity
1979
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Jull since 1966

Babies named Jull per year in U.S. Social Security records.

4913198020002020Most births 1979Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1960s24
1970s78
1980s49
1990s0
2000s0
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Jull is an exceptionally rare given name in the United States, first appearing in Social Security records in 1966. Its peak usage occurred in 1979, but it has never entered the top 1000 rankings, reflecting its status as an uncommon choice. The trajectory of the name has remained stable over the decades, with no major surges or declines. While its exact origins are unclear, Jull is most likely a modern variant of Jill, a classic diminutive of Gillian. This name is never associated with any top states, underscoring its sparse, scattered usage. Parents choosing Jull today are selecting a name that stands out for its simplicity and rarity.

Jull is a rare given name, likely a variant of Jill, itself a diminutive of Gillian (from Latin Iuliana). Alternatively, it may be a modern coinage formed by altering the spelling of Jill. The name appears infrequently in U.S. records, with first recorded use in 1966 and a peak in 1979.

Nicknames & variants

Variants: Jill, Jyl

Sibling names for Jull

Names that share Jull's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Jill, Molly, Beth, Sue, Ann

Brothers: Tom, Bill, Jack, Joe, Sam

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Jull mean?
The meaning of Jull is uncertain. It is probably a variant of Jill, which historically meant 'youthful' via Latin Iuliana.
Is Jull a popular name?
Jull is very rare. In the U.S., it has never ranked in the top 1000 names. Its peak usage was in 1979.
Is Jull a boy's or girl's name?
Jull is typically used as a girl's name.