Julia
girl name#131 in 2025Julia entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #26 in 1880, ranks #131 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#131
rank today
#26
peak (1880)
2,172
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #35 |
| 1890s | #44 |
| 1900s | #47 |
| 1910s | #45 |
| 1920s | #68 |
| 1930s | #99 |
| 1940s | #105 |
| 1950s | #125 |
| 1960s | #117 |
| 1970s | #131 |
| 1980s | #89 |
| 1990s | #57 |
| 2000s | #34 |
| 2010s | #80 |
| 2020s | #117 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Julia has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 317,000 people named Julia are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Julia alive today was born around 1969, making them about 56 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Julia in 2025?
- Julia ranks #131 among US girl names in 2025, with 2,172 babies given the name.
- When was the name Julia most popular?
- Julia peaked in 1880, reaching #26 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Julia with classmates?
- Julia will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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