Julia
Meaning: Youthful; downy-bearded; of the Julian family
Origin: Latin Julia — feminine of Julius, from the ancient Roman Julian clan
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #199
Total births: 2,048
History: Julia surged in the 2000s in Australia. Julia Gillard became Australia's first female Prime Minister in 2010 — breaking the highest glass ceiling. Her misogyny speech went viral globally. In Australia, Julia means women in power.
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| Current rank (2002) | #83 |
| Babies named Julia in 2002 | 94 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 2,048 |
| Peak year | 2000 (119 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #70 |
| Years in records | 1970–2002 (22 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 2 spots |
Frequently asked about Julia
What does the name Julia mean?
Julia means “Youthful; downy-bearded; of the Julian family” from Latin Julia — feminine of Julius, from the ancient Roman Julian clan roots.
What is the origin of the name Julia?
Julia has Latin Julia — feminine of Julius, from the ancient Roman Julian clan origin. The traditional meaning is “Youthful; downy-bearded; of the Julian family”.
How popular is Julia in Australia?
Julia ranked #83 in Australia in 2002 — given to 94 babies that year.
When was Julia most popular?
Julia peaked in 2000 with 119 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Julia a boy or girl name?
Julia is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Julias in registered births are female.
How long has Julia been recorded in Australia?
Julia appears in birth records in Australia across 22 years — from 1970 through 2002.