Ever heard of Jughead Jones? He is the best friend of Archie and vital member of the gang. But why is he called Jughead?
Does he really have a head that looks like a jug? Well, the truth might surprise you.
In this article, we will explore the origins of why Jughead is called Jughead and why this name has stuck with him since the inception of the original comic strip in the 1940s. So, come along and let’s discover together why the beloved Jughead is called Jughead.
Why is Jughead Called Jughead?
Jughead, one of the most iconic characters from the Archie Comics universe, has gone by many names over the years.Despite the variety of aliases, everyone knows him by one name only: Jughead. But why is he called that? In this blog, we will take a look at the origin of this popular monicker, why Jughead has stuck, and a few of the other names he has gone by in the past.
The Origin of Jughead’s Name
Jughead Jones has been a mainstay in Archie Comics since the character made his debut in 194 He famously gets his name from the hat he wears – a sort of pointed beanie cap.The hat, which gives him his iconic look, is typically called a “jughead” in American English due to its shape resembling a water jug. The term “jughead” has been used as a slang term to describe foolish people since the 1800’s, so it was likely chosen to draw attention to the character’s naive (but often insightful) behavior.
Jughead’s Other Aliases
Despite being called Jughead Jones by almost everyone in the Archie Comics universe, the character has gone by a few other names in the past.These include:
- Fred Jones Jr. : What Archie and his friends call Jughead in the Archie Comics.
- Shlagle: The name Jughead was given in an issue released in 1969, in which he was transformed into a slobbering green monster.
- Martin Headcrusher: The name Jughead was given in an issue released in 1965, in which he was able to solve the mystery of a robot.
- Big Ethel’s Boyfriend: A name given to him in an issue released in 198