Julio
Julio is a boy name of Spanish origin meaning “Youthful, of Jupiter”, pronounced HOO-lee-oh. It ranked #641 in the United States in 2025, given to 436 babies, and peaked at #194 in 1990. Common nicknames: Julo, Juli, Yiyo.
How popular is Julio 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 Julio mean, and where does it come from?
Julio is the Spanish form of Julius, the Roman family name that the gens Julia traced to Iulus, son of Aeneas, and which is usually glossed as "youthful" or "descended from Jupiter." It is also the Spanish word for July, the month Rome renamed for Caesar. The name has been in American birth records since 1888 and peaked in 1990. Its bearers cover a wide field: Cortázar in literature, Iglesias in music, two presidents of Argentina and Uruguay.
How is Julio used around the world?
Julio is used in 1 languages worldwide, with 12+ international variants.
Female FormJulia
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Julio?
Famous People Named Julio
- Julio Cortázar — Argentine writer, author of Hopscotch
- Julio Iglesias — Spanish singer, one of the best-selling recording artists of all time
- Julio María Sanguinetti — two-time President of Uruguay
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Julio mean?
Julio is a boy name of Spanish origin meaning "Youthful, of Jupiter." Julio is the Spanish form of Julius, the Roman family name that the gens Julia traced to Iulus, son of Aeneas, and which is usually glossed as "youthful" or "descended from Jupiter." It is also the Spanish word for July, the month Rome renamed for Caesar.
How do you pronounce Julio?
Julio is pronounced HOO-lee-oh. Common variations include Julius, Giulio, Júlio.
Is Julio a boy name?
Yes, Julio is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Julo, Juli, Yiyo.