Julius vs Leland

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
Nicknames
Jules, Jule

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Julius Rank #390
Leland Rank #548

Julius is more popular, ranked #390 vs #548 for Leland.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Julius ___

  • Julius Alexander
  • Julius Henry
  • Julius Thomas
  • Julius Edward
  • Julius Augustine
  • Julius Maximus

Leland ___

  • Leland James
  • Leland Cole
  • Leland Grant
  • Leland Ray
  • Leland Thomas
  • Leland Scott

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Julius

Augustus Octavia Cecilia Leonardo Vivienne

If you choose Leland

Wyatt Barrett Grady Magnolia Hazel

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Julius or Leland more popular?

Julius is more popular, ranked #390 compared to Leland at #548 in the United States.

What do Julius and Leland mean?

Julius means "of the Julian clan, youthful" (Latin origin). Leland means "meadow land" (Old English origin).

Are Julius and Leland boy or girl names?

Julius is primarily a boy name. Leland is primarily a boy name.

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