Juliette

“Youthful; soft; downy”

France origin · popularized by Shakespeare’s 'Romeo and Juliet

♂ 0% boys♀ 100% girls

#160US 2023

1.8kBirths / yr

→Stable

31kAll-time births

📅 Since 188100.1% of births at peak

How to pronounce Juliette

joo·lee·ET

/dʒuː.liː.ˈɛt/ · stress on ET · 3 syllables

“Youthful; soft; downy”

France origin · Unisex name

What does Juliette mean and where does it come from?

Juliette is a French diminutive form of the name Julie, which itself is derived from the Latin name Julianna. The name has been popularized by Shakespeare’s 'Romeo and Juliet.' It carries connotations of youth and love. The first recorded use of Juliette dates back to the 16th-century France. Notabl

Cultural significance

Juliette has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in France-speaking communities, where it reflects values of youthful; soft; downy.

Peak popularity

Reached #179 in 2019 — currently #160 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Juliette?

Juliette works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Juliette Grace

How popular is Juliette right now?

Holding steady — currently #160 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1885–2023#160 · Top 0.12%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#160	1,790	▲ up 3 · +2% births
2022	#163	1,754	▲ up 16 · +5% births
2021	#179	1,666	▲ up 1 · +6% births
2020	#180	1,575	▲ up 46 · +9% births
2015	#226	1,450	▲ up 144 · +68% births
2010	#370	861	▲ up 259 · +94% births
2005	#629	444	▲ up 28 · +19% births
2000	#657	373	▲ up 307 · +90% births
1995	#964	196	▲ up 433 · +73% births
1990	#1397	113	▼ down 185 · -1% births
1985	#1212	114	▼ down 13 · +4% births
1980	#1199	110	▼ down 36 · +11% births
1975	#1163	99	▼ down 381 · -45% births
1970	#782	181	▲ up 210 · +65% births
1965	#992	110	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Juliette

Best Year2023Rank #160

Peak Count1,790

Average Rank#715

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1900 - 202328 years

The story of Juliette

Juliette has been a beloved American name for over 143 years, first appearing in Social Security records in 1881. A total of 31,046 babies have received this name. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #771 in 1885 to #160 in 2023. Juliette is used for both genders: 100% female and 0% male.

Names that peaked alongside Juliette in 2019:

Olivia Emma Ava Sophia Isabella

Juliette by decade

Juliette peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1880s	75
1890s	177
1900s	318
1910s	1,176
1920s	1,488
1930s	982
1940s	961
1950s	1,047
1960s	1,194
1970s	1,186
1980s	1,109
1990s	2,143
2000s	4,690
2010s ★	12,925
2020s	1,575

What are good nicknames for Juliette?

Common

JulJulieJulyEtte

What names sound and feel like Juliette?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Juliette also consider these

Julliette

France · French

Julivette

French · youthful, downy

Julette

France · youthful, downy

Yuliette

France · French

Joliette

France · little jewel

Judette

France · Little Jewess

Junette

France · French

Juilette

English · A meaningful name

How is Juliette written in other languages?

Gender variants of Juliette

Iulius ANCIENT ROMAN Julius ANCIENT ROMAN Julius ENGLISH Jules FRENCH Julius GERMAN Giulio ITALIAN Julek POLISH Juliusz POLISH Júlio PORTUGUESE Iuliu ROMANIAN Yuli RUSSIAN Yuliy RUSSIAN Július SLOVAK Julij SLOVENE Julio SPANISH Iuliana ANCIENT ROMAN Iulianus ANCIENT ROMAN Juliana ANCIENT ROMAN Julen BASQUE Yulian BULGARIAN Yuliana BULGARIAN Julijana CROATIAN Juliana DUTCH Gill ENGLISH Gillian ENGLISH Jill ENGLISH Jillian ENGLISH Jillie ENGLISH Jilly ENGLISH Jolyon ENGLISH Jools ENGLISH Jules ENGLISH Julian ENGLISH Juliana ENGLISH Julianna ENGLISH Julianne ENGLISH Julyan ENGLISH Leanna ENGLISH Liana ENGLISH Juliane FRENCH Julien FRENCH Julienne FRENCH Julian GERMAN Juliana GERMAN Juliane GERMAN Liane GERMAN Gyula HUNGARIAN Julianna HUNGARIAN Yuliana INDONESIAN Giuliana ITALIAN Giuliano ITALIAN Liana ITALIAN Julijana MACEDONIAN Julian POLISH Julianna POLISH Juliana PORTUGUESE Liana PORTUGUESE Iulian ROMANIAN Iuliana ROMANIAN Liana ROMANIAN Uliana RUSSIAN Ulyana RUSSIAN Yulian RUSSIAN Yuliana RUSSIAN Yulianna RUSSIAN Julijana SERBIAN Julijana SLOVENE Julián SPANISH Juliana SPANISH

Common questions about the name Juliette

What does the name Juliette mean?

Juliette means "Youthful; soft; downy" — a name rooted in France 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 Juliette?

Juliette is currently ranked #160 in the United States 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 Juliette?

Juliette originates from France tradition. France names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Juliette?

Juliette is a three-syllable name pronounced JH UW0 L IY0 EH1 T. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Juliette?

Juliette pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar France heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.