Holding steady, #10,695 for boys today.
Popularity of Giulian since 1997
Babies named Giulian per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 6 |
| 2000s | 52 |
| 2010s | 104 |
| 2020s | 61 |
Meaning & origin
Giulian is an unusual Italian variant of Julian that has seen only sporadic use in the United States. First recorded in 1997, it reached its peak rank of 5,385 in 2015, but as of 2025 it sits at rank 10,695 with roughly 1 in 284,679 births. The name has remained consistently rare, never breaking into widespread popularity. Its Italian roots give it an international flair, though it remains distinct from the more common Giuliano. Parents drawn to spiritual, historical names may appreciate its connection to early saints and Roman heritage.
Giulian is an Italian variant of Julian, which derives from the Roman family name Iulius (Julius). The name was borne by several early saints, including Saint Julian the Hospitaller. It has been used in Italy for centuries, though less common than the standard Giuliano.
“Giulian” around the world
Where Giulian lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
165
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Giuli, Ian
Sibling names for Giulian
Names that share Giulian's style, for a brother or sister.
