Juliana
Juliana is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Youthful, dedicated to Jove, or downy-bearded.
Origin and history
Juliana is a feminine given name of Latin origin, derived from the Roman family name Julius, meaning youthful or downy-bearded. It has long historical roots throughout Europe and remains consistently popular in the United States, commonly chosen for its classic, elegant sound.
Popularity in the United States
67,748 babies in the United States have been named Juliana since 1880. It ranks #488 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #221.
States where it is most popular
- CA (19.6 %)
- TX (10.8 %)
- NY (10.1 %)
- FL (6.8 %)
- NJ (5.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 45 |
| 1890-1900 | 74 |
| 1900-1910 | 131 |
| 1910-1920 | 428 |
| 1920-1930 | 610 |
| 1930-1940 | 571 |
| 1940-1950 | 957 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,530 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,952 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,650 |
| 1980-1990 | 3,982 |
| 1990-2000 | 7,714 |
| 2000-2010 | 20,062 |
| 2010-2019 | 20,003 |
| 2020-2029 | 8,039 |
Famous people named Juliana
- Juliana Margulies: Actress, Producer
- Juliana Hatfield: Musician, Singer-songwriter
Nicknames
Jules, Julie, Lia, Juli
Fun facts
- Queen Juliana ruled the Netherlands for over 30 years during the mid-20th century.
- The name stems from the Roman gens Julia, one of the most prominent patrician families in ancient Rome.