Julian: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced JOO-lee-uhn · 3 syllables
Julian means “youthful”, from Latin.
Ultimately from Latin Iulianus.
- Meaning
- youthful
- Origin
- Latin
- Pronunciation
- JOO-lee-uhn
- US rank (2025)
- #25
- US babies a year
- about 7,470 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2010
- Style
- Classic
How popular is Julian?
Julian was the #25 name in the US in 2025, given to 7,626 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 2010.
Most popular in California (#6), Nevada (#10), Texas (#10).
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #25 |
| England & Wales | #281 |
| Scotland | #249 |
| Northern Ireland | #334 |
| Ireland | #335 |
| France | #286 |
| Norway | #54 |
| Canada | #124 |
| Australia | #95 |
How old are people named Julian?
Half of US adults named Julian are older than 27; most are between 18 and 70. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
Sibling names for Julian
Names that real brothers and sisters of people named Julian have, from family records on Wikidata, most common first.
Names like Julian
Chosen by the same families or with a similar style and era.
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Questions about Julian
What does the name Julian mean?
Julian means “youthful”. It comes from Latin.
How do you pronounce Julian?
Julian is pronounced JOO-lee-uhn.
How popular is the name Julian?
Julian was the #25 name in the US in 2025, given to 7,626 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 2010.
How old are people named Julian?
Half of US adults named Julian are older than 27. Most are between 18 and 70.