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Julius vs Major

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
Major Rank #581

Julius is more popular, ranked #390 vs #581 for Major.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Julius or Major more popular?

Julius is more popular, ranked #390 compared to Major at #581 in the United States.

What do Julius and Major mean?

Julius means "of the Julian clan, youthful" (Latin origin). Major means "greater, superior" (Latin origin).

Are Julius and Major boy or girl names?

Julius is primarily a boy name. Major is primarily a boy name.

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