Juliette
Juliette is a girl name of French origin meaning “Youthful”, pronounced zhoo-lee-ET. It ranked #110 in the United States in 2025, given to 2,460 babies, and peaked at #110 in 2025. Common nicknames: Jules, Julie, Etta.
How popular is Juliette in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Juliette mean, and where does it come from?
Juliette is the French diminutive form of Julie, tracing back through Julia to the Roman Julius and its association with youthfulness. It gained international literary fame as the French spelling of Shakespeare's Juliet Capulet and has been carried by numerous French cultural figures. The name enjoys strong use throughout France and increasingly in English-speaking countries, admired for its romantic sound and effortless sophistication.
How is Juliette used around the world?
Juliette is used in 2 languages worldwide, with 24+ international variants.
TypeFemale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Juliette?
Famous People Named Juliette
- Juliette Lewis — American actress and musician
- Juliette Armanet — French singer-songwriter
- Juliette Norton — British television chef known as "Jools Oliver"
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Juliette mean?
Juliette is a girl name of French origin meaning "Youthful." Juliette is the French diminutive form of Julie, tracing back through Julia to the Roman Julius and its association with youthfulness. It gained international literary fame as the French spelling of Shakespeare's Juliet Capulet and has been carried by numerous French cultural figures.
How do you pronounce Juliette?
Juliette is pronounced zhoo-lee-ET. Common variations include Juliet, Julieta, Giulietta.
Is Juliette a girl name?
Yes, Juliette is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Jules, Julie, Etta.