Julianna
Meaning of Julianna
The name Julianna is a beautiful and elegant choice for baby girls, with rich historical roots and diverse cultural associations. Originating from Latin, Julianna is the feminine form of Julianus, which means "youthful" or "dedicated to Jupiter." It has been embraced in various cultures, leading to slight variations in pronunciation: in English, it's pronounced as joo-lee-AH-nuh, while in Spanish it takes on a softer hoo-lyah-NAH. Italian speakers pronounce it as yoo-LYAHN-nah. The name Julianna has several appealing variations including Juliana and Giuliana. Over the years, it has consistently ranked among the top names for newborns in the United States, maintaining popularity due to its timeless charm and sophisticated sound. Whether you're drawn to its classical roots or its melodic pronunciation across different languages, Julianna remains a versatile and enduring choice for a baby girl's name.
Pronunciation
Spanish
- Pronunced as hoo-lyah-NAH (/xuˈlja/)
American English
- Pronunced as joo-lee-AH-nuh (/dʒuˈliːænə/)
British English
- Pronunced as joo-lee-AH-nuh (/dʒuˈliːanə/)
Italian
- Pronunced as yoo-LYAHN-nah (/juˈljan/)
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Notable People Named Julianna
| Julianna Margulies is an award-winning American actress known for her roles in ER and The Good Wife. |
| Julianna Smoot is an American political aide and fundraiser for the Democratic Party, known for her roles in Barack Obama's presidential campaigns and as White House Social Secretary. |
| Julianna Joy Zobrist is an American Christian musician known for her Christian pop style of electronic dance music and has released several successful albums and singles. |
| Julianna Goldman is a CBS News correspondent based in Washington, D.C. |
| Julianna McCarthy is an American actress known for her work in film and television. |
