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Julius vs Edwin

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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Edwin

Boy #383 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rich friend, prosperous friend"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#383
Total SSA Count
850
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Julius Rank #390
Edwin Rank #383

Edwin is more popular, ranked #383 vs #390 for Julius.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Julius or Edwin more popular?

Edwin is more popular, ranked #383 compared to Julius at #390 in the United States.

What do Julius and Edwin mean?

Julius means "of the Julian clan, youthful" (Latin origin). Edwin means "rich friend, prosperous friend" (Old English origin).

Are Julius and Edwin boy or girl names?

Julius is primarily a boy name. Edwin is primarily a boy name.

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