Julio
Julio is a boy's name of Spanish origin.
Meaning
Youthful, downy-bearded, or dedicated to Jove.
Origin and history
Julio is a classic Spanish masculine name derived from the Roman family name Julius. It has maintained steady popularity in the United States throughout the 20th and 21st centuries, particularly within Hispanic communities. The name carries strong historical ties to classical antiquity and traditional Spanish-language naming heritage.
Popularity in the United States
63,775 babies in the United States have been named Julio since 1880. It ranks #432 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #573.
States where it is most popular
- CA (28.7 %)
- TX (22.8 %)
- NY (14 %)
- FL (5.2 %)
- IL (4.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 6 |
| 1890-1900 | 5 |
| 1900-1910 | 75 |
| 1910-1920 | 563 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,317 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,111 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,292 |
| 1950-1960 | 2,566 |
| 1960-1970 | 4,052 |
| 1970-1980 | 7,050 |
| 1980-1990 | 9,330 |
| 1990-2000 | 13,841 |
| 2000-2010 | 12,779 |
| 2010-2019 | 6,848 |
| 2020-2029 | 2,940 |
Famous people named Julio
- Julio Iglesias: Singer, Songwriter
- Julio Jones: Athlete, Football Player
- Julio Cortázar: Author, Poet
Nicknames
Julito, Jules
Fun facts
- Julio is the Spanish form of Julius, originating from the prominent Roman patrician gens Julia.
- Celebrated Argentine author Julio Cortázar helped bring international literary prestige to the name.