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Jullie

Female

« Julie is a popular feminine given name of French origin derived from the Latin Julia, meaning "downy-haired" or "youthful". »

#26782 over 5 years

Meaning, origin, history

Julie is a feminine given name of French origin. It is derived from the French form of the Latin name Julia, which means "downy-haired" or "youthful." The name Julia comes from the Latin word "iulus," meaning "juniper," and was likely first used as a Roman family name referring to someone with youthful features. The name Julie gained popularity in France during the Middle Ages and has since become a widely recognized feminine given name throughout Europe. It is often associated with charm, elegance, and grace due to its French origin and pronunciation. Some notable individuals named Julie include Julie Andrews, an English actress and singer known for her roles in films such as "Mary Poppins" and "The Sound of Music," and Julie Delpy, a French-American actress, film director, screenwriter, and singer-songwriter who has appeared in several Hollywood films including "Before Sunrise," "Before Sunset," and "Before Midnight.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Jullie since 1880

Total births
456
Total since 1880
Peak year
1962
19 births
in 2019
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0%
vs previous 5 years