Julia
Julia: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈd͡ʒuːli.ə/ · /ˈd͡ʒu.ljə/
Meaning and origin of Julia
- A female given name from Latin.
Etymology
From Latin Iūlia, feminine form of the Roman gens name Iūlius. Further popularized by early Christian saints. Doublet of Julie.
How popular is Julia?
Since 1880, 476,250 girls and 1,743 boys in the U.S. have been named Julia (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #26 in 1880. Its highest rank for boys was #497 in 1901. In 2025 it ranked #131 for girls, with 2,172 babies given the name.
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Julia FAQ
What does the name Julia mean?
A female given name from Latin. From Latin Iūlia, feminine form of the Roman gens name Iūlius. Further popularized by early Christian saints. Doublet of Julie.
What is the origin of the name Julia?
Julia is listed as a name of Latin origin.
How popular is the name Julia?
Since 1880, 476,250 girls and 1,743 boys in the U.S. have been named Julia (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #26 in 1880. Its highest rank for boys was #497 in 1901. In 2025 it ranked #131 for girls, with 2,172 babies given the name.
Is Julia a boy or girl name?
Julia is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 476,250 girls and 1,743 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.