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EH-muh
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Juliet
GirlEnglish, Italian· “youthful; from the Roman name Julius”
- Meaning
- youthful; from the Roman name Julius
- Origin
- English, Italian
- Pronunciation
- JOO-lee-eht
- Syllables
- 3
- US rank 2025
- #274
- US babies 2025
- 1,136
- Best rank
- #228 (2016)
- Peak year
- 2016
Meaning and origin of Juliet
Juliet is an English and Italian name that is usually said to mean “youthful; from the Roman name Julius”.
Juliet is the English form of the Italian Giulietta, a diminutive of Giulia, the feminine of the Roman family name Julius. That name is often said to mean youthful, though its origin is not fully certain. Juliet is inseparable from Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, whose young heroine gave the name a lasting association with romance and devotion. Shakespeare also used it for a character in Measure for Measure. Today Juliet feels classic and romantic without being fussy. The French-style Juliette is a popular alternative spelling, and Jules and Etta are appealing nicknames.
Other spellings with the same sound: Juliette.
Popularity over time
Juliet has been given to babies in the United States since at least 1880, the first year of Social Security records. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 130 different years. Its best national rank was #228 in 2016, the same year it reached its highest count of 1,397 babies. In 2025, 1,136 babies were named Juliet, and it ranked #274 nationally. Its use has been fairly steady over the past decade.
Its national rank moved from #744 in 1920, #920 in 1950, #854 in 1980, #623 in 2000, #286 in 2010, and #274 in 2025. Of the 37,966 US girls named Juliet since records began, 34% were born in the 2010s, its biggest decade. The 2020s come next, with 6,513 babies.
Other girls' names that peaked around the same time include Adelaide, Amiyah, Amina, Alessandra, and Adelynn.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Juliet ranked highest in Rhode Island, Nevada, and California.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | #79 | 10 |
| Nevada | #125 | 19 |
| California | #189 | 174 |
| Florida | #212 | 89 |
| Texas | #218 | 158 |
Gender, sound and spelling
In the US it is used almost only for girls.
Juliet is usually pronounced JOO-lee-eht, with three syllables. It has six letters, starts with J and ends in “-et”. Names that sound the same but are spelled differently include Juliette.
Middle names for Juliet
A few middle names that flow with Juliet: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Juliet
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Juliet mean?
Juliet is an English and Italian name that is usually said to mean “youthful; from the Roman name Julius”.
What is the origin of the name Juliet?
Juliet has English, Italian, and Latin roots. Juliet is the English form of the Italian Giulietta, a diminutive of Giulia, the feminine of the Roman family name Julius.
Is Juliet a popular name?
Yes. Juliet ranked #274 in the US in 2025, which makes it in the top 1,000.
Is Juliet a boy or girl name?
Juliet is mainly a girl's name. In the US it is used almost only for girls.
How do you pronounce Juliet?
Juliet is usually pronounced JOO-lee-eht. 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