"youthful, downy-bearded"
Origin: Latin-Greek
Language: English
Julie
Pronunciation: [ j-OOL-ee ]
Girl Name
#767 Most Popular
Steady
2 Syllables
A French classic glowing with timeless warmth
French
English
American
Scandinavian
Classic
Gentle
Vintage
Elegant
Meaning & Origin
"sacred to Jove/Jupiter"
Origin: Latin
Language: French
The Story of Julie
Julie is the French feminine form of Julius, a Roman family name that may derive from the Greek Ioulos meaning 'downy-bearded' (referring to youthful first beard growth), or be connected to Jove (Jupiter), the king of the Roman gods. The Julian family, most famously Julius Caesar, made this name one of the most powerful in ancient Rome. Julie entered widespread use in France and spread to English-speaking countries in the 19th and 20th centuries.
Julie was a mega-popular name in the 1960s and 1970s across France, the US, and the UK, often appearing in the top 10. Julie Andrews's stardom in Mary Poppins (1964) and The Sound of Music (1965) made the name feel warm and wholesome. It has since settled into comfortable classic territory.
In France, Julie remains a timeless given name with elegant simplicity. Julie Andrews transformed the name into a symbol of grace and talent in English-speaking culture. The name carries associations of warmth, creativity, and Francophone sophistication.
Fun Facts
- Julie Andrews won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her very first film role in Mary Poppins (1964)
- Julie was a top-10 girls' name in the United States for most of the 1970s
Julie in Other Languages
French
Julie
German
Julia
Italian
Giulia
Russian
Юлия
Spanish
Julia
Famous People Named Julie
J
Julie Delpy
Actor
1969
French-American actress and filmmaker known for the Before Sunrise trilogy with Ethan Hawke
J
Julie Walters
Actor
1950
British actress known for Educating Rita, Billy Elliot, and playing Molly Weasley in the Harry Potter series
J
Julie Andrews
Actor
1935
British actress and singer who won the Academy Award for Mary Poppins (1964) and starred in The Sound of Music (1965)
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #767
- Total SSA Count
- 366
- Cultural Origins
- French English American Scandinavian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Jules
JuJu
Pairs Well With
Julie Anne
Julie Marie
Julie Grace
Julie Christine
Julie Ann
Julie Lynn
Julie Claire
Sibling Names
Also a Boy Name
Julie is also used as a boy name, ranked #14133.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Julie
What does the name Julie mean?
"youthful, downy-bearded" (from Latin-Greek). "sacred to Jove/Jupiter" (from Latin). Julie is the French feminine form of Julius, a Roman family name that may derive from the Greek Ioulos meaning 'downy-bearded' (referring to youthful first beard growth), or be connected to Jove (Jupiter), the king of the Roman gods. The Julian family, most famously Julius Caesar, made this name one of the most powerful in ancient Rome. Julie entered widespread use in France and spread to English-speaking countries in the 19th and 20th centuries.
What is the origin of the name Julie?
Julie has Latin-Greek, Latin, French, English, American, and Scandinavian origins. In Latin-Greek, it means "youthful, downy-bearded". In Latin, it means "sacred to Jove/Jupiter".
Is Julie a boy or girl name?
Julie is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #767. As a boy name, it is ranked #14133. Julie is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Julie?
Julie is pronounced j-OOL-ee.
How popular is the name Julie?
Julie is currently ranked #767 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Julie?
Common nicknames for Julie include Jules and JuJu.
What are good middle names for Julie?
Popular middle name pairings include Julie Anne, Julie Marie, Julie Grace, Julie Christine, Julie Ann, Julie Lynn, and Julie Claire.
What are good sibling names for Julie?
Names that pair well with Julie as siblings include Sophie, Claire, Elise, Nicolas, Pierre, Marie, and Isabelle.
How many syllables does Julie have?
Julie has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Julie a common or rare name?
Julie is moderately common, ranked #767 for girls in the US. You will encounter it, but it stands out.
About the Name Julie
Julie is a girl name with French, English, American, and Scandinavian origins . The name means "youthful, downy-bearded" in Latin-Greek .
Is Julie a boy or girl name? Julie is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #767 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #14,133. Julie is more commonly used as a girl name.
Julie is currently ranked #767 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Julie has 2 syllables and is pronounced j-OOL-ee, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Julie include Jules and JuJu. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Julie include Julia, Juliette, Juliana, Juliet, Julieta . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.