Juliana
Youthful — a girl name of Latin origin
Popularity of Juliana in the United States
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Meaning & Origin of Juliana
Juliana is the classic Latin feminine form of Julianus, derived from Julius and carrying the sense of "youthful" or "downy-bearded." The name was borne by Saint Juliana of Nicomedia, an early Christian martyr, and by Queen Juliana of the Netherlands, who reigned for over three decades in the twentieth century. Juliana has been used across Europe and Latin America for centuries and combines classical elegance with a light, flowing sound, distinguishing it slightly from the double-n spelling Julianna.
Juliana Around the World
Juliana is used in 2 languages worldwide, with 22+ international variants.
Male FormJulian
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
Nicknames for Juliana
Famous People Named Juliana
- Queen Juliana of the Netherlands — monarch who reigned from 1948 to 1980
- Juliana Awada — former First Lady of Argentina
- Juliana Hatfield — American singer-songwriter
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Juliana mean?
Juliana is a girl name of Latin origin meaning "Youthful." Juliana is the classic Latin feminine form of Julianus, derived from Julius and carrying the sense of "youthful" or "downy-bearded." The name was borne by Saint Juliana of Nicomedia, an early Christian martyr, and by Queen Juliana of the Netherlands, who reigned for over three decades in the twentieth century.
How do you pronounce Juliana?
Juliana is pronounced joo-lee-AH-nuh. Common variations include Julianna, Giuliana, Yuliana.
Is Juliana a girl name?
Yes, Juliana is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Jules, Julie, Anna, Ana.
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