Julius
Julius is a boys' name of Latin origin meaning “youthful; of the Julian family.” It ranked #264 in the United States in 2025. From the Roman gens Julia, descended from Iulus, son of Aeneas.
how do you pronounce Julius?
JOO-lee-us
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what does Julius mean?
The name Julius means “youthful; of the Julian family.” It comes from the Latin language tradition.
From the Roman gens Julia, descended from Iulus, son of Aeneas. Julius Caesar is the most famous bearer, and the name spread through the Roman Empire. Shakespeare's Julius Caesar (1599) has kept the name alive in Western consciousness.
how popular is this name?
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #264 |
| 2023 | #279 |
| 2022 | #294 |
| 2021 | #311 |
| 2020 | #329 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
who are famous people named Julius?
- Julius Caesar (Roman statesman)
- Julius Erving (basketball player)
- Julius Rosenberg (spy)
what names are similar to Julius?
Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial
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