Jules
Jules is the French short form of Julius, from the Latin "Iulius" — meaning "youthful." Jules Verne (1828-1905), the French author of "20,000 Leagues Under the Sea" (1870) and "Around the World in Eighty Days" (1873), is the most famous literary bearer — he is considered the father of science fiction. The single syllable is direct, and the "J" opening is firm. Jules is a male name of Latin origin that means "Youthful (French form of Julius)". Elegant, French, and a little science-fiction. The name sounds distinctive. Juleses tend to be imaginative. US outside top 1000. More common in France. Well-known people named Jules include Jules Verne (author), Jules (French form of Julius), Jules (fictional, various). Common variations and related forms of Jules include Julius (full form), Julien (French), Giulio (Italian).