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Julian

Julian is a common male given name in the United States, Germany, Austria, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, France, Italy, Russia [Iulian (Yulian)] Spain, Latin America, Iulian in Romanian and elsewhere.

Latin originSecular traditionClassicShort

Meaning

Julian is a common male given name in the United States, Germany, Austria, the United Kingdom, Irela

Snapshot

A boy name with 2 syllables. Currently considered popular.

Popularity Over Time

U.S. Data (2000-2023)

Explore how the popularity of Julian has changed over the last two decades.

Historical Context & Cultural Origin

Julian is a Latin origin name derived from the Roman family name Julius. It gained popularity due to Saint Julian, a 4th-century martyr, and later Saint Julian of Norwich, a 15th-century English anchoress and mystic. The name has a long history of use across Europe and continues to be a popular choice for boys and girls.

Famous Namesakes

Julian of Norwich, Julian Lennon, Julianne Moore, Julianne Hough, Julianne Nicholson

Nicknames & Variations

Jules, Julie, Jude

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