Boy · 1432nd of 24,088
Jullian
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
3,746
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2009
Peak Popularity Year
175
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Jullian 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
Jullian is a name with Latin roots, derived from 'Julianus', meaning youthful. It has evolved through various historical forms from Julius in Latin to its modern English variant. The name is not associated with any biblical references and gained popularity during the Roman Empire, continuing to be favored in contemporary naming trends. It is perceived as unique and modern, with several variants like Julian and Jules. Notable individuals with this name include Jullian Fellowes and Jullian Black.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒʊliən/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Jullian is derived from the Latin name 'Julianus', which is a diminutive form of 'Julius'. The name is often associated with youth and downy.
Meaning
youthful
Language Evolution
Julius (Latin), Julianus (Latin), Julian (Old French), Jullian (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity during the Roman Empire and has been used throughout history, especially in medieval Europe. It saw a resurgence in the 19th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Julian, Julius, Jules, Jule
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jullian is seen as a modern and unique variation of Julian, appealing to parents looking for distinctive names.
Famous People
Jullian Fellowes - British actor and writer, Jullian Black - American musician
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:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 175 peak births in 2009
Geographic Spread
Popular across 21 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 8 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 14 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 8 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 6193rd of 10718 | 39 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2061st of 16616 | 525 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1432nd of 24088 | 1,609 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2526th of 23106 | 625 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 7786th of 19264 | 80 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2773rd of 27321 | 636 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7979th of 35406 | 220 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 24576th of 30306 | 12 |