"youthful, of the Julian family"
Origin: Latin (Julius)
Language: English
Julianna
Girl Name
#352 Most Popular
Steady
4 Syllables
A flowing Latin classic with quiet royal European pedigree
American
Italian
Hungarian
Latin American
Elegant
Classic
Sophisticated
Gentle
Meaning & Origin
"devoted to Jove (Jupiter)"
Origin: Roman family name
Language: Latin
The Story of Julianna
Julianna is a Latinate feminine form blending the Roman family name Julius — possibly derived from the Greek for downy-bearded or from Jove, king of the Roman gods — with the feminine suffix -anna. The name has long been used in Hungary as Julianna, where it became one of the most traditional female given names. In Western Europe, it functioned as the longer, more formal version of Julia, with the double n giving it a distinctly Hungarian and Central European character.
Julianna has maintained steady popularity in the US, riding the preference for elaborate, vowel-rich feminine names. The spelling Juliana (one n) is used by European royalty, including Queen Juliana of the Netherlands. Both spellings consistently rank in the US top 200, and the name appeals to parents wanting something classical that does not feel overused.
Queen Juliana of the Netherlands (1909-2004) is one of the most famous bearers of this name, having reigned from 1948 to 1980 and known for her approachable, bicycle-riding style of monarchy that earned her widespread affection. In Hungary, Julianna has been a traditional given name for centuries.
Fun Facts
- Queen Juliana of the Netherlands was nicknamed the bicycle queen for her habit of cycling around her palace grounds like an ordinary citizen
- Julianna Margulies won Emmy Awards for acting in two different decades — first for ER in the 1990s and then for The Good Wife in the 2010s
Julianna in Other Languages
French
Julienne
German
Juliane
Italian
Giuliana
Spanish
Juliana
Hungarian
Julianna
Portuguese
Juliana
Famous People Named Julianna
J
Julianna Margulies
Actor
1966
American actress who won Emmy Awards for both ER (1995) and The Good Wife (2011)
Q
Queen Juliana of the Netherlands
Royalty
1909
Queen of the Netherlands from 1948 to 1980, known for her down-to-earth style and strong commitment to social welfare
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 4
- Popularity Rank
- #352
- Total SSA Count
- 878
- Cultural Origins
- American Italian Hungarian Latin American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Julie
Jules
Anna
Annie
Julee
Pairs Well With
Julianna Rose
Julianna Grace
Julianna Marie
Julianna Kate
Julianna Claire
Julianna Elizabeth
Julianna Paige
Sibling Names
Also a Boy Name
Julianna is also used as a boy name, ranked #21951.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Julianna
What does the name Julianna mean?
"youthful, of the Julian family" (from Latin (Julius)). "devoted to Jove (Jupiter)" (from Roman family name). Julianna is a Latinate feminine form blending the Roman family name Julius — possibly derived from the Greek for downy-bearded or from Jove, king of the Roman gods — with the feminine suffix -anna. The name has long been used in Hungary as Julianna, where it became one of the most traditional female given names. In Western Europe, it functioned as the longer, more formal version of Julia, with the double n giving it a distinctly Hungarian and Central European character.
What is the origin of the name Julianna?
Julianna has Latin (Julius), Roman family name, American, Italian, Hungarian, and Latin American origins. In Latin (Julius), it means "youthful, of the Julian family". In Roman family name, it means "devoted to Jove (Jupiter)".
Is Julianna a boy or girl name?
Julianna is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #352. As a boy name, it is ranked #21951. Julianna is more commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Julianna?
Julianna is currently ranked #352 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Julianna?
Common nicknames for Julianna include Julie, Jules, Anna, Annie, and Julee.
What are good middle names for Julianna?
Popular middle name pairings include Julianna Rose, Julianna Grace, Julianna Marie, Julianna Kate, Julianna Claire, Julianna Elizabeth, and Julianna Paige.
What are good sibling names for Julianna?
Names that pair well with Julianna as siblings include Sophia, Charlotte, Alexander, Sebastian, Isabelle, Gabriel, and Natalie.
How many syllables does Julianna have?
Julianna has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Julianna a common or rare name?
Julianna is a popular name, ranked #352 for girls. It is well-known without being overused.
About the Name Julianna
Julianna is a girl name with American, Italian, Hungarian, and Latin American origins . The name means "youthful, of the Julian family" in Latin (Julius) .
Is Julianna a boy or girl name? Julianna is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #352 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #21,951. Julianna is more commonly used as a girl name.
Julianna is currently ranked #352 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Julianna has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Julianna include Julie, Jules, Anna, Annie, and Julee. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Julianna include Julia, Juliette, Juliana, Juliet, Julieta . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.