Julie

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Julie is a girl name of Latin, via French origin, meaning “Of the Julius family; often 'youthful'”.

MeaningOf the Julius family; often 'youthful'
GenderGirl
OriginLatin, via French
PronunciationJOO-lee
TraditionModern & Classic, Christian
Used inFrance, Denmark, United States, United Kingdom

Meaning and origin of Julie

Julie is the French form of Julia, the feminine of the Roman family name Julius. Julius is traditionally explained as 'youthful' or 'downy-bearded', but its real origin is uncertain. Julie spread from France across Europe and became very popular in English-speaking countries from the 1950s onward. The actress Julie Andrews is a well-known bearer.

Is Julie a religious name?

Julie is not biblical, though a Julia is greeted by Paul in Romans 16:15 and several saints have borne the name.

How popular is Julie?

A well-known classic; especially popular from the 1960s to the 1980s.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Julie mean?

Julie means 'Of the Julius family; often 'youthful''. It is of Latin, via French origin.

Does Julie have a religious meaning?

Julie is not biblical, though a Julia is greeted by Paul in Romans 16:15 and several saints have borne the name.

How do you pronounce Julie?

Julie is pronounced JOO-lee.

Is Julie a boy or girl name?

Julie is usually a girl name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.