What is Jule short for?

In old records, Jule is usually short for Julius. It can also stand for Julian, Julia, and Juliana. You will find it in American records, chiefly 1700s-1800s. The Jule-to-Julius jump is easy to miss, so it is worth searching both when you hit a dead end.

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Does Jule always mean Julius?+

Not always. Jule most often stands for Julius, but it also appears for Julian, Julia, and Juliana. Confirm against the actual record before you rely on it.

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