Jules
/zhyl/ French Male
Meaning & Origin
Jules is a French name meaning "Nickname for Julian, also Julius in French". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Angola, Argentina, Austria, BE. Jules is of French origin and is a diminutive of the Latin name Julius. Julius likely derives from the Greek word "ioulios" meaning "downy-bearded" or "youthful."
Quick Facts
Language French
Gender Male
Phonetic zhyl
IPA ʒyl
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as zhyl. Keep the original French phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Jules
- · Jules Verne - Author
- · Jules Massenet - Composer
- · Jules Dassin - Film Director
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