How popular is the name Julia in 2025?

Julia is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Julia most popular?

Julia peaked in 1901, reaching #487 among US boy names.

Julia will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Julia entered the US charts in 1882, peaked at #487 in 1901, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#487

peak (1901)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 1,000 people named Julia are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Julia alive today was born around 1957, making them about 68 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Julia in 2025?: Julia is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Julia most popular?: Julia peaked in 1901, reaching #487 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Julia with classmates?: Julia will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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