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Emmett vs Julian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Julian

Boy #30 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"youthful, downy-bearded"

Origin: Latin Julius family name

Cultural Roots

Latin English German Spanish French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#30
Total SSA Count
7,368
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Emmett Rank #119
Julian Rank #30

Julian is more popular, ranked #30 vs #119 for Emmett.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emmett or Julian more popular?

Julian is more popular, ranked #30 compared to Emmett at #119 in the United States.

What do Emmett and Julian mean?

Emmett means "strong, mighty" (Old English origin). Julian means "youthful, downy-bearded" (Latin Julius family name origin).

Are Emmett and Julian boy or girl names?

Emmett is primarily a boy name. Julian is primarily a boy name.

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