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Joules

Pronunciation: [ j-OOLZ ]

Boy Name #18,689 Most Popular Hidden Gem 6 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Joules is a boy name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced j-OOLZ.

Parents who love the name Joules often also consider Cuthbert, Aryansh, Alioth .

Popularity Over Time

#18,689
Current Rank
New Entry Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#18,689
Total SSA Count
6

Nicknames

Jou Joy Jouie Joulie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Joules

Is Joules a boy or girl name?
Joules is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #18689. As a girl name, it is ranked #18092. Joules is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Joules?
Joules is pronounced j-OOLZ.
How popular is the name Joules?
Joules is currently ranked #18689 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Joules?
Common nicknames for Joules include Jou, Joy, Jouie, and Joulie.
Is Joules a common or rare name?
Joules is an uncommon name, ranked #18689 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Joules

Joules is a boy name .

Is Joules a boy or girl name? Joules is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #18,689 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #18,092. Joules is more commonly used as a girl name.

Joules is currently ranked #18,689 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Joules include Jou, Joy, Jouie, and Joulie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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