Julien
Julien: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Julien
- A male given name from French, equivalent to English Julian.
Etymology
Borrowed from French Julien.
How popular is Julien?
Since 1880, 241 girls and 13,791 boys in the U.S. have been named Julien (2% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #7078 in 2023. Its highest rank for boys was #533 in 2009. In 2025 it ranked #709 for boys, with 390 babies given the name.
Names similar to Julien
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Sibling name ideas for Julien
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Julien FAQ
What does the name Julien mean?
A male given name from French, equivalent to English Julian. Borrowed from French Julien.
What is the origin of the name Julien?
Julien is listed as a name of French origin.
How popular is the name Julien?
Since 1880, 241 girls and 13,791 boys in the U.S. have been named Julien (2% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #7078 in 2023. Its highest rank for boys was #533 in 2009. In 2025 it ranked #709 for boys, with 390 babies given the name.
Is Julien a boy or girl name?
Julien is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 241 girls and 13,791 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.