Julian
Meaning of Julian
The name Julian, pronounced as joo-lee-uhn (/dʒuˈliən/), is a popular choice for boys. This masculine name has roots in Latin, originating from Julianus, meaning "youthful" or "downy." A variant of the name includes Julien. The name Julian has been consistently popular in the United States for many decades, as shown by its steady ranking within the top 100 names since the late 1990s. It reached its peak popularity in recent years, securing a place within the top 40 names since 2012. However, even before this surge in popularity, Julian was a favored choice among parents, with respectable rankings throughout the 20th century. With its classic charm and youthful undertone, Julian continues to be a beloved choice for new parents across America.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as joo-lee-uhn (/dʒuˈliən/)
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Notable People Named Julian
| Julian, also known as Julian the Apostate, was a Roman emperor, philosopher, and author who rejected Christianity in favor of promoting Neoplatonic Hellenism. |
| Julian Francis Edelman is a former NFL wide receiver known for his 12-season career with the New England Patriots, where he transitioned from a college quarterback to a key offensive player. |
| Julian of Norwich, also known as Juliana of Norwich, was an English anchoress of the Middle Ages and author of the earliest surviving English language works by a woman, known as Revelations of Divine Love. |
| Julian Fernando Casablancas is an American musician, recognized as the lead vocalist and primary songwriter of the rock band The Strokes, and has also released solo albums and worked with the experimental rock band The Voidz. |
| Julian Lennon - Julian Charles John Lennon, son of Beatles member John Lennon, is an English musician, photographer, author, and philanthropist who inspired three Beatles songs and has had eight hit singles. |
| Julian Castro - Julián Castro is an American lawyer and politician who served as the 16th United States Secretary of Housing and Urban Development and was the mayor of San Antonio, Texas. |
| Julian Fellowes is an English actor, novelist, film director, screenwriter, and Conservative peer, best known for his bestselling novels, the award-winning screenplay for Gosford Park, and as the creator of the hit series Downton Abbey. |
| Julian Shakespeare Carr was an American industrialist, philanthropist, and white supremacist, known for being the namesake of Carrboro, North Carolina. |
| Julian Sands was an English actor known for his roles in A Room with a View, The Killing Fields, and various other films and television shows. |
| Julian Lloyd Webber is a British solo cellist, conductor, and broadcaster known for his contributions to music education. |
| Julian Schnabel is an American painter and filmmaker known for his innovative "plate paintings" and acclaimed independent films such as Before Night Falls and The Diving Bell and the Butterfly. |
| Julian Thomas Pierce was an American lawyer and Lumbee activist who worked to obtain federal recognition for the Lumbee tribe before his untimely death in 1988. |
| Julian Marc Jeanvier is a professional footballer known for his role as a central defender for Süper Lig club Kayserispor and the Guinea national team. |
| Julian Francis Abele was a prominent Black American architect known for his contributions to the design of numerous iconic buildings, including the Widener Memorial Library at Harvard University, Philadelphia's Central Library, and the Philadelphia Museum of Art. |
| Julian McMahon is an Australian actor and former model, known for his roles in Profiler, Charmed, Nip/Tuck, Fantastic Four, Runaways, and FBI: Most Wanted. |
