Julian
Julian is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Youthful or devoted to Jove.
Origin and history
Julian is derived from the Roman family name Julius, associated with Latin roots meaning 'youthful' or 'downy-bearded'. While vastly more common as a male name in the United States, it has a long history of rare usage for females. In modern U.S. records, it remains an uncommon feminine choice.
Popularity in the United States
3,306 babies in the United States have been named Julian since 1880. It ranks #3094 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1947.
States where it is most popular
- CA (45 %)
- TX (20.7 %)
- NY (12.6 %)
- IL (5 %)
- FL (3.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 31 |
| 1900-1910 | 45 |
| 1910-1920 | 116 |
| 1920-1930 | 181 |
| 1930-1940 | 94 |
| 1940-1950 | 97 |
| 1950-1960 | 87 |
| 1960-1970 | 126 |
| 1970-1980 | 157 |
| 1980-1990 | 477 |
| 1990-2000 | 662 |
| 2000-2010 | 720 |
| 2010-2019 | 359 |
| 2020-2029 | 154 |
Nicknames
Jules, Lia
Fun facts
- Julian originates from the ancient Latin family name Julius, famously borne by Julius Caesar.
- Although predominantly male, Julian has maintained a steady, small presence as a female name in U.S. birth records.