Julio

youthful, downy
Spain origin · Unisex name
99% boys1% girls
#573US 2023
511Births / yr
Falling
61.7kAll-time births
📅 Since 192300
How to pronounce Julio
HOO·lee·oh
/ˈhuː.liː.oʊ/ · stress on HOO · 3 syllables
youthful, downy
Spain origin · Unisex name

What does Julio mean and where does it come from?

Julio is a name that is traditionally male in Spanish-speaking countries, stemming from the Latin name 'Julius' which signifies 'youthful' or 'downy'. While it's not commonly used as a female name, certain regions may adopt it untraditionally. Its notable variants are 'Julianna' or 'Julieta'. Famous

Cultural significance
Julio has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Spain-speaking communities, where it reflects values of youthful, downy.
Peak popularity
Reached #2972 in 1923 — currently #573 in the US.
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How else can you spell Julio?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

What middle names flow best with Julio?

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

Julio Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Julio Rose
Floral · soft ending
Julio Mae
Sweet · timeless
Julio Claire
French influence · crisp
Julio Jane
Literary · strong
Julio Skye
Modern · airy feel
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How popular is Julio right now?

Declining — down 18 spots — currently #573 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 19252023#573 · Top 0.42%
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YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#573511▼ down 18 · -5% births
2022#555538▲ up 52 · +17% births
2021#607458▲ up 13952 · +7533% births
2005#145596▼ down 1341
2000#132186▼ down 5674 · -45% births
1995#754411▲ up 1739 · +38% births
1990#92838▼ down 3902 · -38% births
1985#538113▲ up 570 · +18% births
1980#595111▼ down 748
1975#520311▼ down 414
1970#478911▲ up 451 · +57% births
1960#52407▲ up 47 · +17% births
1955#52876▼ down 647 · +20% births
1930#46405▲ up 417
1925#50575

The story of Julio

Julio entered American naming records in 1923 and has been in use for over 101 years. A total of 61,733 babies have received this name. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #5057 in 1925 to #573 in 2023. Julio is used for both genders: 1% female and 99% male.

Names that peaked alongside Julio in 1923:

Julio by decade

Julio peaked in the 1920s. See all 1920s names →

DecadeBirths
1880s6
1890s5
1900s75
1910s563
1920s1,347
1930s1,116
1940s1,296
1950s2,584
1960s4,074
1970s7,147
1980s9,445
1990s13,932
2000s12,794
2010s6,834
2020s515

What are good nicknames for Julio?

POLISH
Julek
ANCIENT ROMAN
IuliaJulia
BIBLICAL
Julia
BULGARIAN
Yuliya

Gender variants of Julio

Iulia ANCIENT ROMANJulia ANCIENT ROMANJulia BIBLICALYuliya BULGARIANJúlia CATALANGhjulia CORSICANJulija CROATIANJulie CZECHJulia DANISHJulie DANISHJulia DUTCHJulie DUTCHLia DUTCHLieke DUTCHJools ENGLISHJules ENGLISHJulia ENGLISHJulie ENGLISHJuliet ENGLISHJulia FINNISHJulie FRENCHJuliette FRENCHJulia GERMANJulie GERMANJulitta HISTORYJuli HUNGARIANJúlia HUNGARIANJuliska HUNGARIANLili HUNGARIANIúile IRISHGiulia ITALIANGiulietta ITALIANJūlija LATVIANJulija LITHUANIANJulia NORWEGIANJulie NORWEGIANJulia POLISHJulita POLISHJúlia PORTUGUESEJulie PORTUGUESEJulinha PORTUGUESEIulia ROMANIANJulia RUSSIANJuliya RUSSIANYulia RUSSIANYuliya RUSSIANJúlia SLOVAKJulija SLOVENEJulia SPANISHJulie SPANISHJulia SWEDISHJulia UKRAINIANJuliya UKRAINIANYulia UKRAINIANYuliya UKRAINIANIuliana ANCIENT ROMANIulianus ANCIENT ROMANJuliana ANCIENT ROMANJulen BASQUEYulian BULGARIANYuliana BULGARIANJulijana CROATIANJuliana DUTCHGill ENGLISHGillian ENGLISHJill ENGLISHJillian ENGLISHJillie ENGLISHJilly ENGLISHJolyon ENGLISHJools ENGLISHJules ENGLISHJulian ENGLISHJuliana ENGLISHJulianna ENGLISHJulianne ENGLISHJulyan ENGLISHLeanna ENGLISHLiana ENGLISHJuliane FRENCHJulien FRENCHJulienne FRENCHJulian GERMANJuliana GERMANJuliane GERMANLiane GERMANGyula HUNGARIANJulianna HUNGARIANYuliana INDONESIANGiuliana ITALIANGiuliano ITALIANLiana ITALIANJulijana MACEDONIANJulian POLISHJulianna POLISHJuliana PORTUGUESELiana PORTUGUESEIulian ROMANIANIuliana ROMANIANLiana ROMANIANUliana RUSSIANUlyana RUSSIANYulian RUSSIANYuliana RUSSIANYulianna RUSSIANJulijana SERBIANJulijana SLOVENEJulián SPANISHJuliana SPANISH

Common questions about the name Julio

What does the name Julio mean?
Julio means "youthful, downy" — a name rooted in Spain 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 Julio?
Julio is currently ranked #573 as a baby name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.
What is the cultural origin of Julio?
Julio originates from Spain tradition. Spain 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 Julio?
Julio is a three-syllable name pronounced HH UW1 L IY0 OW0. 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 Julio?
Julio pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Spain heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.