Julianne Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Julianne originates from the Latin name Julianus, linked to the Roman family name Julius, meaning 'youthful'. It has evolved through historical forms such as Julius and Julianus before becoming popular in English as Julianne. The name is associated with traits of elegance and creativity, and it has no direct biblical relevance. Its popularity surged in the 20th century and remains well-liked today.
The name Julianne is most popular in Massachusetts, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Julianne has been stalled for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Julianne' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1850th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 723rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 535th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 550th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 482nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 644th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1199th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Julianne' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Julianne"
Pronunciation
/dʒuːˈliːən/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Julianne is derived from the Latin name Julianus, which is a diminutive form of Julius. Julius itself is believed to be of uncertain origin but may be linked to the Roman family name 'Julius', which is possibly derived from the Latin word 'ioulos', meaning 'downy-bearded' or 'youthful'.
Meaning
youthful
Language Evolution
Julius (Latin), Julianus (Latin), Julianne (English)
Historical Usage
Julianne gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. Its usage has been influenced by the popularity of related names like Julia and Julian.
Variants & Derivatives
Julia, Juliet, Jules, Juli
Modern Popularity & Image
Julianne is often perceived as elegant and sophisticated, associated with creativity and artistic traits. It remains a popular name choice for girls in many countries.
Famous People
Julianne Moore - Academy Award-winning actress, Julianne Hough - professional dancer and actress, Julianne Nicholson - actress known for her work in film and television
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Julianne"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Julianne"
"Julianne" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1850th of 9107 | 362 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 723rd of 9204 | 1,798 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 535th of 12526 | 5,804 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 550th of 19264 | 5,289 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 482nd of 27321 | 7,896 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 644th of 35406 | 6,931 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1199th of 30306 | 2,441 |
Regional Popularity of "Julianne" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Julianne" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
88.77% 1257th/1416 |
74.62% 1029th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
32.73% 506th/1546 |
34.19% 532nd/1556 |
76.97% 1811th/2353 |
41.18% 637th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
18.72% 417th/2227 |
19.09% 464th/2430 |
34.74% 991st/2853 |
18.34% 509th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
16.41% 482nd/2937 |
12.52% 436th/3483 |
27.43% 965th/3518 |
13.30% 538th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
14.08% 519th/3685 |
6.30% 282nd/4475 |
13.05% 678th/5194 |
8.01% 506th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
16.30% 747th/4582 |
8.75% 452nd/5164 |
9.20% 673rd/7313 |
9.29% 693rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
33.73% 1344th/3984 |
26.19% 1175th/4487 |
17.21% 1174th/6822 |
20.11% 1262nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Julianne"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Julianne" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.