Juliette
Juliette is a girl name of Latin, via French origin, meaning “Little Julia”.
| Meaning | Little Julia |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Latin, via French |
| Pronunciation | joo-lee-ET |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic, Christian |
| Used in | France, United States, Canada, Belgium |
Meaning and origin of Juliette
Juliette is the French diminutive of Julie, itself from the Latin Julia, the feminine of the Roman family name Julius. Its fame owes most to Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, which in French is Roméo et Juliette, and to Gounod's opera of the same name. Actress Juliette Binoche is one modern bearer. Its romantic associations have kept it popular in France and increasingly in English-speaking countries.
Is Juliette a religious name?
Juliette has no particular religious background; it is a literary and classical name used by families of many faiths.
How popular is Juliette?
Popular in France and Quebec and rising in the US and UK.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Juliette mean?
Juliette means 'Little Julia'. It is of Latin, via French origin.
Does Juliette have a religious meaning?
Juliette has no particular religious background; it is a literary and classical name used by families of many faiths.
How do you pronounce Juliette?
Juliette is pronounced joo-lee-ET.
Is Juliette a boy or girl name?
Juliette is usually a girl name.