Julie
Meaning: Youthful, downy-bearded, of Julius
Origin: French
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #13
Total births: 18,441
History: Julie peaked in the 1960s-70s in Australia. Julie Bishop served as Australia's first female Foreign Minister with trademark steel. Julie Anthony sang 'Day by Day' at countless Australian sporting events. Julie represents Australian women who broke through glass ceilings with grace.
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Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (1987) | #93 |
| Babies named Julie in 1987 | 79 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 18,441 |
| Peak year | 1958 (1,002 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #3 |
| Years in records | 1952–1987 (36 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 30 spots |
Frequently asked about Julie
What does the name Julie mean?
Julie means “Youthful, downy-bearded, of Julius” from French roots.
What is the origin of the name Julie?
Julie has French origin. The traditional meaning is “Youthful, downy-bearded, of Julius”.
How popular is Julie in Australia?
Julie ranked #93 in Australia in 1987 — given to 79 babies that year.
When was Julie most popular?
Julie peaked in 1958 with 1,002 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Julie a boy or girl name?
Julie is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Julies in registered births are female.
Is the name Julie rising or falling in popularity?
Julie has fallen 30 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #63 in 1982 to #93 in 1987.
How long has Julie been recorded in Australia?
Julie appears in birth records in Australia across 36 years — from 1952 through 1987.