About Joule
The surname Joule is of English origin and is derived from the Old French word "joule" or "jouel," meaning "jewel" or "precious stone." It is believed to have been a nickname given to someone who was considered precious or valuable, or possibly a jeweler or gemstone merchant. The surname Joule is relatively rare and is most commonly found in the northern regions of England.
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Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Joule based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Joule in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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