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Julius vs Stephen

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
Stephen Rank #378

Stephen is more popular, ranked #378 vs #390 for Julius.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Julius or Stephen more popular?

Stephen is more popular, ranked #378 compared to Julius at #390 in the United States.

What do Julius and Stephen mean?

Julius means "of the Julian clan, youthful" (Latin origin). Stephen means "crown, wreath" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Julius and Stephen boy or girl names?

Julius is primarily a boy name. Stephen is primarily a boy name.

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