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Giles vs Julius

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Giles

Boy #5,104 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"young goat"

Origin: Greek (aigidion)

Cultural Roots

English French Medieval European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,104
Total SSA Count
19
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Giles Rank #5,104
Julius Rank #390

Julius is more popular, ranked #390 vs #5104 for Giles.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Giles or Julius more popular?

Julius is more popular, ranked #390 compared to Giles at #5104 in the United States.

What do Giles and Julius mean?

Giles means "young goat" (Greek (aigidion) origin). Julius means "of the Julian clan, youthful" (Latin origin).

Are Giles and Julius boy or girl names?

Giles is primarily a boy name. Julius is primarily a boy name.

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