Jule

Jule is a given name that is also found as a surname in various communities. In German-speaking regions, Jule is most commonly a feminine nickname for Julia or Juliane, and it is also used as a standalone given name. It is less common as a surname, but does occur in some families.

The name Jule derives from Julia, with the German diminutive suffix -e producing a pet or affectionate form. It is related to other forms of the same root, such as Julie in English and French usage, and to Julia and Juliana. The broader lineage traces back to the Latin Iulia, itself from Julius, the nomen associated with the Roman gens Iulia.

In terms of usage, Jule is widely recognized in Germany, Austria, and parts of Switzerland as a female given name, particularly among younger speakers. Outside German-speaking areas, it appears only sporadically, often among people with German heritage or through cross-cultural exchanges. While predominantly feminine, there have been occasional instances of Jule used as a masculine or gender-neutral nickname, though such usage is uncommon.

Notable bearers of the name include individuals across different fields who use Jule as a first name. Variants and related names include Jules, Julie, Julia, and Juliana, reflecting the same linguistic root with different cultural adaptations. See also Jules, Julie, Julia for related names and etymologies.