Julia
Meaning of Julia
Julia is a classic female name of Latin origin, meaning "youthful" or "Jove's child." Named after Julius Caesar, the name Julia has a storied history and remains popular in many cultures worldwide. In English, it is pronounced as JOO-lee-uh, while in Spanish it's HOO-lee-ah, and in Italian it's YOO-lia. Variations of the name include Julianna and Julie.
Over recent decades, the popularity of the name Julia has remained consistent in the United States. At its peak popularity around 2001, Julia was ranked as the 27th most popular girls' name with 8,838 newborns given this beautiful name. Although its ranking has fluctuated over time - reaching its highest rank at number 26 in 1880 - it consistently remains within the top 150 names for girls. This timeless and elegant name continues to be a favored choice for parents seeking a classic yet stylish moniker for their little girl.
Pronunciation
Spanish
- Pronunced as HOO-lee-ah (/'xu.li.a/)
English
- Pronunced as JOO-lee-uh (/'dʒuːliə/)
Italian
- Pronunced as YOO-lia (/juˈlja/)
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Notable People Named Julia
| Julia Fiona Roberts is an award-winning American actress known for her leading roles in a variety of films, including the top-grossing romantic comedy "Pretty Woman." |
| Julia Child was an influential American chef, author, and TV personality known for popularizing French cuisine in the United States through her cookbook "Mastering the Art of French Cooking" and her iconic television show "The French Chef." |
| Julia Morgan was a prolific American architect and engineer, renowned for designing over 700 buildings in California, including the iconic Hearst Castle in San Simeon. |
| Julia Alvarez is a renowned American New Formalist poet, novelist, and essayist, known for her acclaimed works such as How the García Girls Lost Their Accents and In the Time of the Butterflies. |
| Julia Lorraine Hill is an American environmental activist who gained fame for living in a redwood tree named Luna for 738 days to prevent loggers from cutting it down. |
| Julia Carin Michaels is a highly acclaimed American singer and songwriter with five Grammy Award nominations and recognition from various other music awards. |
| Julia Shammas Holter is a multi-talented American singer-songwriter, record producer, composer, and artist known for her diverse body of work in the music industry. |
| Julia Ann Moore was an American poetaster known for writing notoriously bad poetry, similar to Scotland's William McGonagall. |
| Julia Kasdorf - Julia Mae Spicher Kasdorf is an American poet known for her literary works. |
| Julia Anne Goldsworthy is a former British politician who served as the Member of Parliament for Falmouth and Camborne, representing the Liberal Democrats. |
| Julia Castelló Farré is a Paralympic swimmer from Spain. |
| Dame Julia Mary Goodfellow is a former Vice-Chancellor of the University of Kent, Chair of the British Science Association, and past president of Universities UK. |
| Julia Strudwick Tutwiler was a pioneering advocate for education and prison reform in Alabama, and the first woman president of Livingston Normal College. |
| Julia Tuñón Pablos is a Mexican historian and author known for her groundbreaking work in highlighting women's contributions to Mexican history. |
| Julia Christiansen Hoffman was an influential American artist and arts patron who played a key role in fostering the Portland Arts and Crafts movement in Oregon. |
