Julian
Meaning: Youthful; downy-bearded; of the Julian family
Origin: Latin Julianus — from the Roman gens Julia, the legendary clan of Julius Caesar
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #261
Total births: 590
History: Julian surged in the 2000s as a classical name in Australia. Julian Assange — born in Australia — gave the name controversial global fame. Julian means Australian disruption on the world stage.
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| Current rank (2024) | #87 |
| Babies named Julian in 2024 | 97 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 590 |
| Peak year | 2022 (97 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #87 |
| Years in records | 1973–2024 (7 years of data) |
Frequently asked about Julian
What does the name Julian mean?
Julian means “Youthful; downy-bearded; of the Julian family” from Latin Julianus — from the Roman gens Julia, the legendary clan of Julius Caesar roots.
What is the origin of the name Julian?
Julian has Latin Julianus — from the Roman gens Julia, the legendary clan of Julius Caesar origin. The traditional meaning is “Youthful; downy-bearded; of the Julian family”.
How popular is Julian in Australia?
Julian ranked #87 in Australia in 2024 — given to 97 babies that year.
When was Julian most popular?
Julian peaked in 2022 with 97 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Julian a boy or girl name?
Julian is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Julians in registered births are male.
How long has Julian been recorded in Australia?
Julian appears in birth records in Australia across 7 years — from 1973 through 2024.