Girl · 15th of 19,264
Julie
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
512,472
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1958
Peak Popularity Year
18,246
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Julie stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
The name Julie has its origins in Latin, derived from 'Iulia', which means youthful. Its language path includes forms like 'Iulia' and 'Juliana' before evolving into the modern 'Julie'. The name is associated with traits of youthfulness and has no biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 19th century and remains a classic name today, with variants such as Julia and Juliana.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒuːli/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Julie is derived from the Latin name 'Iulia', which is a feminine form of the family name 'Iulius'. The name is often associated with the Roman family of Julius, which has historical significance.
Meaning
youthful
Language Evolution
Iulia (Latin), Juliana (Late Latin), Julie (French)
Historical Usage
The name Julie gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in France, and has since spread to various cultures and languages.
Variants & Derivatives
Julia, Juliana, Jules, Julianna
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Julie is perceived as a classic and elegant name. It remains popular in various countries and is often associated with youthfulness and femininity.
Famous People
Julie Andrews, Julie Christie, Julie Bowen, Julie Delpy
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Declining
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 18,246 peak births in 1958
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Iowa
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 13 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 12 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 13 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 4026th of 7545 | 62 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3688th of 6773 | 72 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1865th of 7552 | 339 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1228th of 10718 | 738 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3087th of 16616 | 295 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 17717th of 24088 | 18 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 489th of 9107 | 3,507 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 250th of 9204 | 12,872 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 38th of 12526 | 181,029 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 15th of 19264 | 213,190 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 68th of 27321 | 72,785 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 254th of 35406 | 20,347 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 563rd of 30306 | 6,593 |