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Julio
BoySpanish, Latin· “Spanish form of Julius, a Roman family name”
- Meaning
- Spanish form of Julius, a Roman family name
- Origin
- Spanish, Latin
- Pronunciation
- HOO-lee-oh
- Syllables
- 3
- US rank 2025
- #641
- US babies 2025
- 436
- Best rank
- #194 (1990)
- Peak year
- 1990
Meaning and origin of Julio
Julio is a Spanish and Latin name that is usually said to mean “Spanish form of Julius, a Roman family name”.
Julio is the Spanish form of Julius, the name of the Roman family that produced Julius Caesar. The Romans connected Julius with Iulus, the son of Aeneas in legend, and the name is sometimes said to mean youthful or downy-bearded, though that link is not certain. The name is also tied to the month of July, which was named in honor of Julius Caesar. Julio has long been widely used in Spain and Latin America, and singer Julio Iglesias made it familiar far beyond the Spanish-speaking world. It is warm, classic and easy to say in many languages.
Other spellings with the same sound: Giulio.
Popularity over time
Julio first appears in US Social Security records in 1888. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 122 different years, starting in 1888. Its best national rank was #194 in 1990, the same year it reached its highest count of 1,556 babies. In 2025, 436 babies were named Julio, and it ranked #641 nationally. That is 34% fewer than ten years earlier, so it is becoming less common.
Its national rank moved from #638 in 1920, #483 in 1950, #271 in 1980, #256 in 2000, #338 in 2010, and #641 in 2025. Of the 63,775 US boys named Julio since records began, 22% were born in the 1990s, its biggest decade. The 2000s come next, with 12,779 babies. Since 2010, 9,788 more have been named Julio.
Other boys' names that peaked around the same time include Alberto, Bryant, Ramon, Johnathon, and Demetrius.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Julio ranked highest in New Mexico, Arizona, and Texas.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| New Mexico | #253 | 8 |
| Arizona | #316 | 25 |
| Texas | #374 | 99 |
| New Jersey | #389 | 21 |
| California | #414 | 80 |
Gender, sound and spelling
In the US it is used almost only for boys.
Julio is usually pronounced HOO-lee-oh, with three syllables. It has five letters, starts with J and ends in “-io”. Names that sound the same but are spelled differently include Giulio.
Middle names for Julio
A few middle names that flow with Julio: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Julio
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Julio mean?
Julio is a Spanish and Latin name that is usually said to mean “Spanish form of Julius, a Roman family name”.
What is the origin of the name Julio?
Julio has Spanish and Latin roots. Julio is the Spanish form of Julius, the name of the Roman family that produced Julius Caesar.
Is Julio a popular name?
Yes. Julio ranked #641 in the US in 2025, which makes it in the top 1,000.
Is Julio a boy or girl name?
Julio is mainly a boy's name. In the US it is used almost only for boys.
How do you pronounce Julio?
Julio is usually pronounced HOO-lee-oh. 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