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Julianna
GirlLatin· “from Julius, possibly 'youthful'”
- Meaning
- from Julius, possibly 'youthful' (origin disputed)
- Origin
- Latin
- Pronunciation
- joo-lee-AN-uh
- Syllables
- 3
- US rank 2025
- #398
- US babies 2025
- 779
- Best rank
- #176 (2010)
- Peak year
- 2006
Meaning and origin of Julianna
Julianna is often said to mean “from Julius, possibly 'youthful'”; the origin is uncertain, though it is usually linked to Latin roots.
Julianna is a form of Juliana, the feminine of Julianus, from the Roman family name Julius. The meaning of Julius is uncertain; it is often linked to words suggesting youth, though some scholars connect it to the god Jupiter. The name has been used since Roman times and was borne by early saints and by Queen Juliana of the Netherlands. Julianna feels graceful and elegant, with a lyrical sound. Jules, Julie and Anna offer plenty of nickname choices, and Juliana with one n is also common.
Popularity over time
Julianna first appears in US Social Security records in 1900. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 50 different years, starting in 1965. Its best national rank was #176 in 2010, and the most babies received it in 2006, when 1,814 were named Julianna. In 2025, 779 babies were named Julianna, and it ranked #398 nationally. That is 55% fewer than ten years earlier, so it is becoming less common.
Its national rank moved from #1,727 in 1920, #1,236 in 1950, #996 in 1980, #249 in 2000, #176 in 2010, and #398 in 2025. Of the 52,285 US girls named Julianna since records began, 32% were born in the 2000s, its biggest decade. The 2010s come next, with 16,188 babies. Since 2010, 21,978 more have been named Julianna.
Other girls' names that peaked around the same time include Maggie, Tessa, Kyra, Cadence, and Nadia.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Julianna ranked highest in Hawaii, New Jersey, and California.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaii | #190 | 5 |
| New Jersey | #224 | 37 |
| California | #231 | 146 |
| Montana | #235 | 5 |
| Massachusetts | #278 | 21 |
Gender, sound and spelling
In the US it is used almost only for girls.
Julianna is usually pronounced joo-lee-AN-uh, with three syllables. It has eight letters, starts with J and ends in “-na”.
Middle names for Julianna
A few middle names that flow with Julianna: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Julianna
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Julianna mean?
Julianna is often said to mean “from Julius, possibly 'youthful'”; the origin is uncertain, though it is usually linked to Latin roots.
What is the origin of the name Julianna?
Julianna has Latin roots. Julianna is a form of Juliana, the feminine of Julianus, from the Roman family name Julius.
Is Julianna a popular name?
Yes. Julianna ranked #398 in the US in 2025, which makes it in the top 1,000.
Is Julianna a boy or girl name?
Julianna is mainly a girl's name. In the US it is used almost only for girls.
How do you pronounce Julianna?
Julianna is usually pronounced joo-lee-AN-uh. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings