Julien

Meaning & Origin

Meaning: Youthful; Downy

Background: The name Julien originates from the French name 'Julien,' derived from the Latin 'Julianus,' which is a diminutive form of 'Julius.' In Latin, 'Julius' is believed to derive from 'Iuventius,' meaning 'youth' or 'youthful.' Additionally, it can also mean 'downy' or 'soft,' conveying a sense of youthfulness and tenderness.

At a glance

Quick stats based on the history of this name.

Lifetime rank
#1,009
Total births
13,634
Most popular decade
2000s (11,454 births)
10-year trend
↓ Falling (-29 ranks)
Years in Top 100
0
First recorded year
1888

Gender usage

98.3% male 1.7% female

Stats by gender

Male

First year
1888
First year births
6
First year rank
#917
Peak year
2009
Peak year births
500
Peak rank
#533
Most recent year
2024
Recent year births
381
Recent rank
#701

Female

First year
1984
First year births
7
First year rank
#8,152
Peak year
2023
Peak year births
16
Peak rank
#6,915
Most recent year
2023
Recent year births
16
Recent rank
#6,915

Births over time

Number of babies given this name each year.

Rank over time

Popularity rank by year (1 = most popular).

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