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Jake vs Julius

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Julius

Boy #390 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"of the Julian clan, youthful"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Roman European American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#390
Total SSA Count
838
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jake Rank #423
Julius Rank #390

Julius is more popular, ranked #390 vs #423 for Jake.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jake or Julius more popular?

Julius is more popular, ranked #390 compared to Jake at #423 in the United States.

What do Jake and Julius mean?

Jake means "may God protect" (Hebrew origin). Julius means "of the Julian clan, youthful" (Latin origin).

Are Jake and Julius boy or girl names?

Jake is primarily a boy name. Julius is primarily a boy name.

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