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Julia name meaning
Last Name
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in the U.S.
in 2010
1k
in the U.S.
in 2010
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Meaning and Origin
What does the name Julia mean? Keep reading to find the user submitted meanings, dictionary definitions, and more.
Origin and Meaning of Julia
User Submitted Origins
English
37%
Latin
37%
Polish
16%
African
4%
Anglo-Saxon
3%
Roman
3%
User Submitted Meanings
- According to a user from Barbados, the name Julia is of Anglo-Saxon origin and means "Youthful, Beautiful Princess and Rose".
- A submission from the United Kingdom says the name Julia means "Julia and other variations, such as Julius, means 'youthful downy hair'. it can also be translated as 'Child of Jove', Jove being 'the father of the sky'. The father of the sky can either be taken to mean 'Jupiter' or 'God', as the Romans viewed Jupiter as a celestial representation of the Godhead" and is of Roman origin.
- A submission from Pennsylvania, U.S. says the name Julia means "Soft-haired; youthful" and is of Latin origin.
- A submission from South Carolina, U.S. says the name Julia means "young or youthful".
- A submission from Florida, U.S. says the name Julia means "Youthful, forever young" and is of Latin origin.
- A submission from Wisconsin, U.S. says the name Julia means "God, Youthful, Daughter of Jupiter" and is of English origin.
- A submission from the United Kingdom says the name Julia means "Youthful, intelligent and kind" and is of Latin origin.
- According to 5 people from all over the world, the name Julia is of Latin origin and means "Youthful".
- According to a user from New Jersey, U.S., the name Julia is of English origin and means "Youth".
- A user from California, U.S. says the name Julia means "Youthful, perfect".
International Interest
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Wiktionary
From Latin Iūlia, feminine form of the Roman gens name Iūlius. Further popularized by early Christian saints.
- A female given name from Latin.
- (astronomy) 89 Julia, a main belt asteroid; named for Saint Julia of Corsica.
- A village in central Poland.
- A French surname.
Julia was also found in the following language(s): Danish, Faroese, Finnish, French, German, Norwegian, Polish, Spanish, and Swedish
Notable Persons Named Julia
Notable Persons Named Julia
Julia Stiles
Julia Stiles is an actress. Her most notable accomplishments were from 1996 to present. Julia was given the name Julia O'Hara Stiles on March 28th, 1981.
Julia Butterfly Hill
Julia Butterfly Hill is an environmentalism, motivational speaker, and environmental activist. Julia was given the name Julia Lorraine Hill on February 18th, 1974 in Mount Vernon, Missouri.
Julia Roberts
Julia Roberts is an actress and executive producer. She was most active from 1987 to present. Julia was given the name Julia Fiona Roberts by her parent Betty Lou Bredemus on October 28th, 1967 in Smyrna, Georgia, U.S.
Dame Julie Andrews
Dame Julie Andrews is an actress, singer, author, theatre director, dancer, and child singer. She was most active from 1945 to present. Dame was given the name Julia Elizabeth Wells on October 1st, 1935 in Walton-on-Thames, Surrey, England.
Julia Louis-Dreyfus
Julia Louis-Dreyfus is an actress, comedian, and producer. Her most notable accomplishments were from 1982 to present. Julia was given the name Julia Scarlett Elizabeth Louis-Dreyfus by her parent Gérard Louis-Dreyfus on January 13th, 1961 in New York City, New York, U.S.
Julia Child
Julia Child was a chef. Julia was given the name Julia Carolyn McWilliams on August 15th, 1912 in Pasadena, California, U.S. She left this life on August 13th, 2004.
- Lana TurnerActress
- Julie WaltersActress
- Julia OrmondActress
- Julia Gillard27th Prime Minister of Australia
- Julie NewmarActress
- Julia VolkovaMusician
- Julia KristevaPhilosopher
- Julia SweeneyComedian
- Julia DuffyActress
- Julia GarnerActress
- Julia Görges
- Julia Margaret CameronArtist
- Julia LennonWaiting Staff
- Julia Goldani TellesActress
Notable Persons With the Last Name Julia
Notable Persons With the Last Name Julia
Alexandra Caroline Marie Charlotte Louise Julia
Alexandra Caroline Marie Charlotte Louise Julia was royalty. She was most active from 1901 to 1910. Alexandra was born as the child of Christian IX of Denmark and Louise of Hesse-Kassel on December 1st, 1844 in Yellow Mansion, Copenhagen. She passed away on November 20th, 1925.
Raúl Juliá
He has been prominent since 1969. Raúl was given the name Raúl Rafael Juliá y Arcelay on March 9th, 1940 in San Juan, Puerto Rico. He passed away on October 24th, 1994.
Claudia Livia Julia
Claudia Livia Julia is royalty. Claudia was born as the child of Nero Claudius Drusus and Antonia Minor in Lugdunum.
Gaston Julia
Gaston Julia was a scientist. Gaston was born on February 3rd, 1893 in Sidi Bel Abbès. He breathed his last breath on March 19th, 1978.
Saint Julia
She holds the title Virgin and martyr. Saint was born in 25 in Carthage. She died in 5.
Princess Julia
Princess Julia is an electronica, indie pop, and pop music musician. She was most active from 1981 to 1981. Princess was given the name Julia Fodor .
Ethnicity Distribution
| Ethnicity | Julia | U.S. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| █ | White | 45.65% | 64.26% |
| █ | African American | 4.30% | 11.96% |
| █ | Asian, Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander | 6.84% | 4.85% |
| █ | American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.00% | 0.69% |
| █ | Two or More Ethnicities | 0.00% | 1.76% |
| █ | Hispanic or Latino | 42.03% | 16.26% |
Of Last Name Julia
People with the last name Julia are most frequently White or Hispanic or Latino
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Fun Facts about the name Julia
| #71 | Most Popular Girl Names |
| #7 | Classic Girl Names |
| #9 | Vintage Girl Names |