Julien
Meaning of Julien
The name Julien is of French origin, pronounced as zhoo-LYAN (/ʒy.ljɛ̃/). It is a variant of the name Julian, which has roots in Latin, meaning "youthful" or "downy-bearded." Julien carries a sophisticated and classic charm, often associated with elegance and refinement. Over the years, it has maintained a steady presence in the United States, with its popularity fluctuating but consistently appearing in the top 1000 names for boys. The name evokes historical and cultural richness, making it an appealing choice for parents seeking a timeless yet distinctive name for their son.
Pronunciation
French
- Pronunced as zhoo-LYAN (/ʒy.ljɛ̃/)
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Notable People Named Julien
| Julien Rose Baker is an American indie rock singer and guitarist known for her moody music and confessional lyrics that explore Christianity, addiction, mental illness, and human nature. |
| Julien Benneteau is a retired French professional tennis player who achieved a career-high singles ranking of ATP world no. 25 and had success in both singles and doubles, including winning the bronze medal in men's doubles at the 2012 London Olympics and the 2014 French Open men's doubles title. |
| Julien Green was an American writer known for his novels, autobiography, and Diary, and was the first non-French member of the Académie française. |
| Julien de Lallande Poydras was a prominent French American figure who played a key role in Louisiana's statehood and served as a Delegate to the U.S. House of Representatives and the first President of the Louisiana State Senate. |
| Julien Clerc, born Paul Alain Auguste Leclerc, is a renowned French singer-songwriter. |
| Julien Doré is a multi-talented French artist known for his work as a singer-songwriter, musician, and actor. |
| Julien Boisselier is a French actor known for his work in film and television. |
| Jean Julien, also known as Julien of Toulouse, was a prominent political figure in the French Revolution and served as a deputy to the National Convention. |
| Julien Rassam was a French actor known for his work in the film industry. |
| Julien Torma was a French writer, playwright, and poet associated with the Dadaist movement. |
| Julien Le Roy (1686-1759) was a prominent 18th-century Parisian clockmaker and watchmaker. |
| Julien Peridier - Julien Péridier, a French electrical engineer and amateur astronomer, was honored as an Officer of the Legion of Honour for his work and founded a private observatory in France, with his library and instruments later acquired by the University of Texas for teaching astronomy. |
| Julien Arias is a former French rugby union player and current co-head coach of Stade Français in Top 14. |
| Julien Boutter is a retired French professional male tennis player. |
| Julien Stassen is a Belgian former professional road bicycle racer who competed for the Idemasport–Biowanze and WB Aqua Protect Veranclassic teams from 2012 to 2018. |
