boyRoman Mythology

Julius: Meaning & Origin

Julius is a boy name of Roman Mythology origin meaning “From the Julian clan, associated with the goddess Jupiter. Julius Caesar was a pivotal figure in Roman history.”. It's a popular choice, ranking in the top 25% of baby names. With 3 syllables, it's elegant and melodic.

Pronunciation

JOO-lee-us

Phonetic spelling

Popularity

75/100 Score

This name ranks in the top 25% of popular names.

Nicknames

JulesJu

Popularity Trend

Popularity Trend

18%
68
2010
56
Current
#23
Rank

* Popularity data based on national birth records and trends

Middle Name Ideas

  • Julius Alexander
  • Julius Mark
  • Julius Caius

Famous Namesakes

  • Julius Caesar (mythological figure) + Julius Erving (modern usage)