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At a Glance: Name: Julius – Meaning: youthful, downy-bearded (traditional gloss); origin is actually uncertain, possibly 'devoted to Jove' – Origin: Latin (origin uncertain) – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: JOOL-yus
Julius (pronounced JOOL-yus) is a Latin name often said to mean 'youthful' or 'downy-bearded,' but that's not settled fact — the origin is actually uncertain, with one theory tracing it instead to Jovilius, or 'devoted to Jove.' It has a timeless, classic and vintage feel, with SSA records for it going back to 1880.
Meaning & Origin of Julius
Meaning: Youthful, downy-bearded (traditional gloss); origin is actually uncertain, possibly 'devoted to jove'.
Origin: Latin (origin uncertain).
A common claim: Commonly said to mean 'youthful' or 'downy-bearded' (associated with Julius Caesar). Actually: The etymology is actually uncertain; an alternate scholarly theory ties the name to Latin Jovilius, 'devoted to Jove,' rather than 'youthful' being established fact.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Julius
Phonetic: JOOL-yus IPA: /ˈdʒuːljəs/
Popularity of Julius
Julius hit its high point in 1883, ranking #88 with 160 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it sat at #389, with 838 babies named Julius.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Julius mean?
Youthful, downy-bearded (traditional gloss); origin is actually uncertain, possibly ‘devoted to jove’. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Julius)
How do you pronounce Julius?
Julius is pronounced JOOL-yus (IPA: /ˈdʒuːljəs/).
Is Julius a popular name right now?
Julius peaked at #88 in 1883 and is ranked #389 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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