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Jules vs Obed

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jules

Boy #1,841 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"youthful, downy-bearded (first beard)"

Origin: Greek (ioulos)

Cultural Roots

French English American Belgian Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,841
Total SSA Count
88
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jules Rank #1,841
Obed Rank #1,942

Jules is more popular, ranked #1841 vs #1942 for Obed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jules or Obed more popular?

Jules is more popular, ranked #1841 compared to Obed at #1942 in the United States.

What do Jules and Obed mean?

Jules means "youthful, downy-bearded (first beard)" (Greek (ioulos) origin). Obed means "servant, worshipper of God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Jules and Obed boy or girl names?

Jules is primarily a boy name. Obed is primarily a boy name.

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