Jools

Jools is an English informal pet form of Jules or Julia, themselves derived from the Latin family name Julius, which is traditionally linked to the Greek word ioulos, meaning downy-bearded or soft-haired, though the exact origin remains uncertain. The name gained particular cultural currency in Britain partly through the musician Jools Holland, born Julian Miles Holland, helping establish it as a recognizable standalone given name rather than merely a nickname. Related forms include Jules, Julian, Julius, and Julia.