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Julius vs Johnathan

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

Julius Rank #390
Johnathan Rank #518

Julius is more popular, ranked #390 vs #518 for Johnathan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Julius or Johnathan more popular?

Julius is more popular, ranked #390 compared to Johnathan at #518 in the United States.

What do Julius and Johnathan mean?

Julius means "of the Julian clan, youthful" (Latin origin). Johnathan means "God has given" (Hebrew origin).

Are Julius and Johnathan boy or girl names?

Julius is primarily a boy name. Johnathan is primarily a boy name.

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