Julien
“youthful”
French origin · Unisex name
#637US 2023
432Births / yr
↑Rising
11.9kAll-time births
📅 Since 198400
How to pronounce Julien
zhuy-lyen
/zhuy-lyen/ · · 2 syllables
“youthful”
French origin · Unisex name
What does Julien mean and where does it come from?
Julien is the feminine form of the male name Julien, which is derived from the Latin name 'Julius'. Though traditionally a male name, it has been used for females as well, especially in French-speaking countries. The name has a connotation of youth and has historical significance in France. It may b
Cultural significance
Julien has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in French-speaking communities, where it reflects values of youthful.
Peak popularity
Reached #7560 in 1998 — currently #637 in the US.
What middle names flow best with Julien?
Julien works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Julien Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Julien Rose
Floral · soft ending
Julien Mae
Sweet · timeless
Julien Claire
French influence · crisp
Julien Jane
Literary · strong
Julien Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Julien right now?
Rising — up 23 spots — currently #637 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
The story of Julien
Julien is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1984. A total of 11,916 babies have received this name. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #13472 in 1995 to #637 in 2023. Julien is used for both genders: 2% female and 98% male.
Names that peaked alongside Julien in 1998:
Julien by decade
Julien peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|---|---|
| 1880s | 6 | |
| 1890s | 11 | |
| 1910s | 141 | |
| 1920s | 186 | |
| 1930s | 128 | |
| 1940s | 113 | |
| 1950s | 109 | |
| 1960s | 99 | |
| 1970s | 198 | |
| 1980s | 542 | |
| 1990s | 1,734 | |
| 2000s | 3,818 | |
| 2010s ★ | 4,356 | |
| 2020s | 475 |
What are good nicknames for Julien?
ENGLISH
JoolsJules
ANCIENT ROMAN
IulianaJuliana
BULGARIAN
Yuliana
CROATIAN
Julijana
Famous people named Julien
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Julien (French author)
Julien immortalized this name in French literature, one of the world's great literary traditions.
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Julien (medieval French noble)
Julien held this name in the courts of medieval France, from which it spread across Europe with the Normans.
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Julien (French philosopher)
Julien carried this name in the Enlightenment tradition that shaped modern Western thought.
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Julien (French impressionist artist)
Julien used this name in the rich tradition of French visual arts and culture.
What names sound and feel like Julien?
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How is Julien written in other languages?
Gender variants of Julien
Iuliana ANCIENT ROMANJuliana ANCIENT ROMANYuliana BULGARIANJulijana CROATIANJuliana DUTCHGill ENGLISHGillian ENGLISHJill ENGLISHJillian ENGLISHJillie ENGLISHJilly ENGLISHJuliana ENGLISHJulianna ENGLISHJulianne ENGLISHLeanna ENGLISHLiana ENGLISHJuliane FRENCHJulienne FRENCHJuliana GERMANJuliane GERMANLiane GERMANJulianna HUNGARIANYuliana INDONESIANGiuliana ITALIANLiana ITALIANJulijana MACEDONIANJulianna POLISHJuliana PORTUGUESELiana PORTUGUESEIuliana ROMANIANLiana ROMANIANUliana RUSSIANUlyana RUSSIANYuliana RUSSIANYulianna RUSSIANJulijana SERBIANJulijana SLOVENEJuliana SPANISHIulia ANCIENT ROMANIulius ANCIENT ROMANJulia ANCIENT ROMANJulius ANCIENT ROMANJulia BIBLICALYuliya BULGARIANJúlia CATALANGhjulia CORSICANJulija CROATIANJulie CZECHJulia DANISHJulie DANISHJulia DUTCHJulie DUTCHLia DUTCHLieke DUTCHJools ENGLISHJules ENGLISHJulia ENGLISHJulie ENGLISHJuliet ENGLISHJulius ENGLISHJulia FINNISHJules FRENCHJulie FRENCHJuliette FRENCHJulia GERMANJulie GERMANJulius GERMANJulitta HISTORYGyula HUNGARIANJuli HUNGARIANJúlia HUNGARIANJuliska HUNGARIANLili HUNGARIANIúile IRISHGiulia ITALIANGiulietta ITALIANGiulio ITALIANJūlija LATVIANJulija LITHUANIANJulia NORWEGIANJulie NORWEGIANJulek POLISHJulia POLISHJulita POLISHJuliusz POLISHJúlia PORTUGUESEJulie PORTUGUESEJulinha PORTUGUESEJúlio PORTUGUESEIulia ROMANIANIuliu ROMANIANJulia RUSSIANJuliya RUSSIANYuli RUSSIANYulia RUSSIANYuliy RUSSIANYuliya RUSSIANJúlia SLOVAKJúlius SLOVAKJulij SLOVENEJulija SLOVENEJulia SPANISHJulie SPANISHJulio SPANISHJulia SWEDISHJulia UKRAINIANJuliya UKRAINIANYulia UKRAINIANYuliya UKRAINIAN
Common questions about the name Julien
What does the name Julien mean?
Julien means "youthful" — a name rooted in French tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Julien?
Julien is currently ranked #637 as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Julien?
Julien originates from French tradition. French names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Julien more of a girl or boy name?
Julien is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.
What are good nicknames for Julien?
Julien naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.
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