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Juliette
GirlFrench, Latin· “youthful”
- Meaning
- youthful (origin disputed)
- Origin
- French, Latin
- Pronunciation
- joo-lee-ET
- Syllables
- 3
- US rank 2025
- #110
- US babies 2025
- 2,460
- Best rank
- #110 (2025)
- Peak year
- 2025
Meaning and origin of Juliette
Juliette is often said to mean “youthful”; the origin is uncertain, though it is usually linked to French and Latin roots.
Juliette is the French form of Juliet, a diminutive of Julia. Julia comes from the Roman family name Julius, which is often said to mean "youthful" or to derive from Iovis, the Latin name of Jupiter, though neither explanation is certain. Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet made Juliet one of the most famous romantic heroines in literature, and the French spelling has become popular in English-speaking countries for its added softness. Juliette has a graceful, cultured feel, and Julie, Jules and Etta all work as nicknames. It is romantic without being fussy.
Other spellings with the same sound: Juliet.
Popularity over time
Juliette first appears in US Social Security records in 1881. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 118 different years, starting in 1881. It is at its all-time high right now: 2025 brought both its best national rank, #110, and its highest count, 2,460 babies. Use has grown 69% in ten years.
Its national rank moved from #513 in 1920, #903 in 1950, #1,210 in 1980, #657 in 2000, #371 in 2010, and #110 in 2025. Of the 40,981 US girls named Juliette since records began, 32% were born in the 2010s, its biggest decade. The 2020s come next, with 11,487 babies.
Other girls' names that peaked around the same time include Catalina, Alaia, Cecilia, Margot, and Juniper.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Juliette ranked highest in California, Texas, and Arizona.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| California | #56 | 455 |
| Texas | #65 | 378 |
| Arizona | #70 | 78 |
| New Jersey | #72 | 99 |
| New York | #78 | 175 |
Gender, sound and spelling
In the US it is used almost only for girls.
Juliette is usually pronounced joo-lee-ET, with three syllables. It has eight letters, starts with J and ends in “-te”. Names that sound the same but are spelled differently include Juliet.
Middle names for Juliette
A few middle names that flow with Juliette: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Juliette
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Juliette mean?
Juliette is often said to mean “youthful”; the origin is uncertain, though it is usually linked to French and Latin roots.
What is the origin of the name Juliette?
Juliette has French and Latin roots. Juliette is the French form of Juliet, a diminutive of Julia.
Is Juliette a popular name?
Yes. Juliette ranked #110 in the US in 2025, which makes it in the top 1,000.
Is Juliette a boy or girl name?
Juliette is mainly a girl's name. In the US it is used almost only for girls.
How do you pronounce Juliette?
Juliette is usually pronounced joo-lee-ET. 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